Reve-News: Non-profit performing rights organization ASCAP collected a record $1.945 billion in total revenues in 2025, an increase of 6% from 2024. Total royalty distributions to its songwriters, composers and publishers increased 3.7%, to $1.759b. "While creators are under attack globally by disruptive technologies and opportunistic private businesses, ASCAP’s sole focus is to serve our members," says CEO Elizabeth Matthews. Adds Chairman/Pres. Paul Williams, "We showed the world that our fierce commitment to putting creators first is our number one imperative.” See the complete annual report here.