Shazam music recognition

Shazam is a world-renowned music recognition software that allows users to identify music, movies, advertising, and television shows based on a short sample played and using the microphone on the device. Originally founded in 1999, the brand became a pioneer in the 'acoustic fingerprinting' space.

In 2018, the brand underwent a significant transition when it was acquired by Apple Inc. Today, it is deeply integrated into the Apple ecosystem, serving millions of users globally. While its development originates from both London and Cupertino, its operational and strategic decisions are governed from the United States under its ultimate parent company, Apple.