Drake, Kendrick Lamar feud to what it is now<\/a><\/span><\/p>\nThat claimed manufacturing of popularity was designed to rewire music algorithms and ensnare listeners, the lawsuit says, in effect suppressing “authentic artists” and narrowing “consumers’ access to legitimate content by undermining the integrity of curated experiences.”<\/p>\n
Lawyers for the Stake users, alleging violations of the RICO and Virginia Consumer Protection Act, are demanding both damages and a jury trial.<\/p>\n
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