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SiriusXM's Bold Strategy: Layoffs and New Ad Model

1/31/2025

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SiriusXM is making bold moves to reclaim its footing after losing 296,000 subscribers over the year, despite a glimmer of hope with 149,000 new additions in Q4. CEO Jennifer Witz is implementing layoffs and introducing an ad-supported subscription model to draw in cost-conscious listeners, while also focusing on boosting podcast revenue to thrive in a tough audio market.

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SiriusXM is making bold moves to reclaim its footing after losing 296,000 subscribers over the year, despite a glimmer of hope with 149,000 new additions in Q4. CEO Jennifer Witz is implementing layoffs and introducing an ad-supported subscription model to draw in cost-conscious listeners, while also focusing on boosting podcast revenue to thrive in a tough audio market.