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Articles count: 4 Sent via mailing on December 08, 2025

"Exploring AI-Generated Music, Usher's Investment, and Eventbrite Acquisition"

This newsletter is about the current trends in music technology, including the shift towards AI-generated music and the potential impact on musicians' income. It also covers Usher and Big Sean's investment in the Detroit Entertainment Innovation Incubator and the acquisition of Eventbrite by Milan-based tech company Bending Spoons. Additionally, the article discusses IMPF's call for independent music publishers to reject AI licensing agreements that do not fairly compensate songwriters.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-12-04: ✘ Music industry 3.0 - what we actually want to build AI in MusicTech: 0.75: 2025-12-04: Usher & Big Sean Team Up to Invest $1 Million in Entertainment Production Facility for Detroit Youth

"Latest Music Industry News: New Charts, Copyright Battles, AI Music Discussions"

This newsletter is about recent developments in the music industry, including the launch of new music charts, legal battles surrounding copyright infringement, and discussions around AI-generated music. Key topics include the importance of accurate creator information for royalty allocation, protection of artists' rights in the era of AI, and ongoing disputes over music licensing and usage.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-12-01: CISAC launches new ‘ISWC IPI Context Search’ to help music publishers solve metadata challenges AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-12-01: International Copyright Conference hosted by the Authors’ Rights Initiative on 10/11/2025 in the Academy of Arts in Berlin.

"Newsletter: AI Licensing Deals, Fair Compensation, and Johnny Cash Estate Lawsuit"

This newsletter is about concerns raised by the European Composer And Songwriter Alliance regarding the lack of transparency in major AI licensing deals announced by record companies, focusing on the income split between recording rights and song rights, urging for parity between the two. It also discusses the historical context of the music industry, the shift towards streaming, the challenges faced by independent artists, and emphasizes the need to rethink business models for fair compensation. Additionally, the newsletter covers the Johnny Cash estate suing Coca Cola under Tennessee's ELVIS Act for using a sound-a-like singer in an ad, instead of AI technology, alleging unauthorized use of Cash's voice.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-28: ECSA calls for transparency over the major’s AI deals - and confirmation songs and recordings will have parity AI in MusicTech: 0.65: 2025-11-27: ✘ The download is the key. Or, how the AI debate gets more boring with each deal

Updates on Music Industry Copyright Issues, Settlements, and Acquisitions across Europe and Apple

This newsletter is about the UK government's efforts to address copyright issues in AI within the creative industries, Warner Music settling its legal battle with Suno, three music industry trends involving EsDeeKid, Bershy, and an AI-generated tribute song, the European Commission's concerns about Universal Music's acquisition of Downtown Music, and Apple facing a class action lawsuit in France over its App Store policies for music streaming services. It also discusses current trends in the music industry based on Billboard chart data, highlighting the impact of streaming platforms and the diversity of genres gaining popularity.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-24: Technology Secretary Liz Kendall ready to reset discussion on AI, but cautions creator friendly legal reform can’t be rushed AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-26: Suno picks up Songkick as part of AI licensing deal with Warner Music

"Shaping AI in Music: Warner & Universal Address Artist Consent and Challenges"

This newsletter is about the importance of shaping and regulating the use of AI in the music industry, with Warner Music and Universal addressing artist consent for AI-generated content. It also discusses the challenges of AI-generated music on streaming services, including the rise of far-right AI-generated music on platforms like Spotify, and the impact of AI on music creation and consumption in a networked media landscape.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-11-20: Warner Music boss outlines AI strategy of “legislate, litigate and license”, but only commits to artist opt-in on “name, image, likeness and voice” AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-20: ✘ Streaming services are not Calm & Fluffy

"Nacho García Vega's Concerns on Universal Music's Acquisition & AI Track Criticism"

This newsletter is about concerns raised by Nacho García Vega regarding Universal Music's acquisition of Downtown Music, citing potential market dominance and the impact on artists. It also discusses controversy surrounding the feature of an AI-generated track on 'BBC Introducing', with criticism from artists like Mollyxo regarding the focus on AI over supporting new talent.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-17: Regulators must consider UMG’s AI deals in Downtown case, says IAO President AI in MusicTech: 0.6: 2025-11-17: BBC Introducing criticised for featuring AI-generated track in Artist Of The Month spot

"Music Industry Legal Battles, Spotify Tiers, and AI Impact - Newsletter Update"

This newsletter is about recent legal battles surrounding copyright issues in the music industry, including GEMA's victory against OpenAI for violating copyright laws by using lyrics without permission. Additionally, it discusses Spotify's new subscription tiers in developing markets and partnerships with independent publishers to increase revenue for songwriters and publishers. Other topics covered include music copyright in the digital era, AI's impact on music creation, and efforts to promote inclusivity in esports with initiatives like Valorant Game Changers.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-10: GEMA siegt gegen OpenAI AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-14: Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ Returns to the Hot 100 Earlier Than Ever

"Digital Revenues Soar to €5 Billion: AI Concerns and Music Industry Updates"

This newsletter is about the increase in digital revenues collected by songwriter collecting societies, reaching €5 billion in 2024, with concerns raised about the negative impact AI could have on the industry. It also discusses the UK's Council Of Music Makers advocating for fair compensation and control for music creators in AI licensing deals, and the CISAC Global Collections Report 2025 revealing record royalties collected, driven by digital revenues. Additionally, it covers Spotify facing a class action lawsuit over its Discovery Mode service and Tems' Leading Vibe Initiative supporting female producers in Lagos, Nigeria through training, mentorship, and industry software.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-06: Songwriter CMOs collected €12.59 billion in 2024, but AI "threatens future of creative sector”, says CISAC AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-06: “Misleading rhetoric and “deceitful buzzwords” not good enough, says Council Of Music Makers in call for creator consent, control and compensation in AI deals

AI Artists, Copyright Concerns, Music Education Updates, and more in this newsletter!

This newsletter is about the increasing presence of AI-driven music artists on Billboard's charts, the concerns raised by the Music Artists Coalition about artists' control and fair compensation in AI agreements, legal disputes involving AI companies like Stability and Suno infringing on copyrights, the importance of regulating unlicensed generative AI to protect creators' royalties, the UK government discontinuing the 'EBacc' initiative to prioritize arts education, training sessions on music identifiers and metadata in Latin America, and Jonathan Carter being elected as Chair of the CISAC Legal & Policy Committee. It also highlights the success of Mandopop artist JJ Lin's theme song "Atlas of Tomorrow" for Honor of Kings and its cultural impact in China.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-11-03: AI Artist Xania Monet Debuts on Adult R&B Airplay — a Radio Chart Breakthrough AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-11-03: Artists must have creative control in AI deals or risk ending up with “scraps”, says US artist trade body

"Latest Updates for Independent Artists & Industry News: AI, Licensing Deals, & More!"

This newsletter is about new features and updates from platforms such as SoundCloud, Bandsintown, and Distrokid to support independent artists. It also covers Universal Music's licensing deal with AI company Udio to create a new music creation platform, as well as the success of AI-driven artist Xania Monet on the Billboard charts. Additionally, the newsletter discusses the role of technology in film and electronic music evolution, showcasing the London Contemporary Orchestra's use of sampling to drive creative and business opportunities. The CIAM General Assembly, focusing on key issues in the creative sector, brought together industry experts and creators from Africa and beyond to discuss topics such as metadata, artist rights, and the role of collective management organisations in distributing royalties.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-30: SoundCloud, Bandsintown and Distrokid all launch new tools for independent artists AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-30: Universal has settled its lawsuit with Udio, and signed AI deals with Udio and Stability

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