Udio, Audible Magic Tackle Rights Management in AI Music; BeatStars, Sureel Provide AI Training Opt-Outs for Creators
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Udio and Audible Magic team up to tackle rights management in AI-generated music
A “content control pipeline” will allow streaming services and distributors to identify AI-generated tracks from Udio’s platform.
BeatStars teams up with Sureel to block AI companies from training on creator content
Sureel will register BeatStars’ entire marketplace catalog, allowing AI companies to see which content they’re prohibited from using in training AI.
DISCO Debuts Lyric Transcription
Lyric rich metadata means your songs and catalogs become instantly more discoverable, so you never miss an opportunity again. Plus, no more manual work and jumping between tools. Everything you need is now in your DISCO.
Creators want to learn, and Adobe’s AI assistants want to listen
AI assistants should support and engage creators. Effective AI tools should balance speed with creativity, offering interactive dialogue that encourages creators to take an active role in the process.
Amsterdam to Host AI Song Contest 2025 in November
A jury of over 20 global experts in music, AI, songwriting, and ethics will review the submissions in September and select entries for the final round.
Will Generative AI Replace Human Artists in Music Industry?
We all want to be told human stories from other human beings. What can be done to help human artists find sync opportunities for their work in the age of AI?
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Merlin joins Music Fights Fraud Alliance as part of united industry front against streaming fraud
BPI says amendments to government's Data Bill on AI and copyright do not go far enough
🎼 Innovation
Epidemic Sound acquires UGC music recognition technology company Song Sleuth
CreateBase, Musical AI Partner on Consent-Driven AI Training Practices
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