Your Wallet Just Got Hacked: How Jay Z's New Lawsuit Could Empty Your Bank Account
Look, we all love a good celebrity scandal, but this one hits your pocketbook directly. Jay Z is currently locked in a massive legal battle over alleged copyright infringement on his latest album, and here's where it gets scary for you: the lawsuit is demanding retroactive royalties. If the court rules in favor of the plaintiff, music streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music could be forced to hike their prices to cover the payouts. Expect to see a $2-3 monthly surcharge on your streaming bill. Plus, if you bought the album on vinyl or digital, that purchase could technically become "void," meaning you'd have to re-buy a "cleared" version. Your "Empire State of Mind" playlist just got a lot more expensive. Don't say we didn't warn you.