Vodafone signs deal with Universal Music

According to Forbes, UK-based mobile phone operator Vodafone Group PLC said it signed a distribution deal with Universal Music Group, allowing its subscribers to download songs and videos from the music label's roster of acts.

" A limited number of Universal-published tracks are already available to Vodafone subscribers, but that will rise to over 100,000 full-track audio downloads as a result of the deal, said the companies in a statement.

The deal also encompasses ringtones, video downloads and streamed videos, said Universal, which is home to acts like Eminem, U2, 50 Cent and the Scissor Sisters. "

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