Spotify is suspending its providers in Russia because the nation’s invasion of Ukraine continues into its second month. In a press release, the corporate seems to reference Russia’s new regulation that punishes spreading pretend information in regards to the army with as much as 15 years in jail as the first cause for why it’s shutting down within the nation.

“Spotify has continued to believe that it’s critically important to try and keep our service operational in Russia to provide trusted, independent news and information in the region,” based on a Spotify spokesperson, who requested to not be named due to “the situation in Russia.” “Unfortunately, recently enacted legislation further restricting access to information, eliminating free expression, and criminalizing certain types of news puts the safety of Spotify’s employees and possibly even our listeners at risk. After carefully considering our options and the current circumstances, we have come to the difficult decision to fully suspend our service in Russia.” The firm expects for service to be totally suspended by early April, the spokesperson mentioned.

Spotify eliminated content material from Kremlin-backed retailers RT and Sputnik and closed its workplace in Russia earlier in March, however this new step goes additional by shutting down the streaming service within the nation. The firm additionally mentioned in March that its paid subscription service would no longer be available in Russia.

Other tech firms have equally shut down providers in Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. However, Russia has taken some actions of its personal, together with banning Meta’s Facebook and Instagram.