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Articles count: 3 Sent via mailing on October 30, 2025

Navigating the Intersection of AI, Copyright Law, and Music Industry Trends

This newsletter is about the policies of North American songwriter collecting societies in relation to AI-generated music, the lobbying efforts of tech sector lobbyists to reform copyright law for AI companies, and the decision of the Australian government not to introduce a new copyright exception for text and data mining. These articles discuss the evolving relationship between AI technology and copyright laws, including the debates and legal battles surrounding AI-generated works, fair use, and compensation for creators.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-10-29: North American collecting societies open door to “partially AI-generated” musical works AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-29: After Anthropic’s $1.5 billion settlement, big tech takes aim at statutory damages in copyright disputes, seeks Trump’s support

Newsletter: AI Music Platforms, Market Intervention, Collective Management, Artist Marketing Tips

This newsletter is about the exploitation of generative music AI platforms and the potential threat they pose to the link between creative labor and value production. It also covers the UK's Competition And Markets Authority designating Apple and Google's mobile platforms as having 'strategic market status' for potential interventions on their in-app payment rules, as well as the recent CISAC's CTDLV meeting in Türkiye focusing on audiovisual collective management and industry trends. Additionally, it features insights from Amy Lewis, co-founder of Roadie Media, on strategies for success in artist marketing and staying ahead in the digital landscape.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-10-23: The “Forever” Stakes of Generative AI Ownership AI in MusicTech: 0.7: 2025-10-23: UK regulator now empowered to consider changing in-app payment rules in Spotify’s favour

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Articles count: 4 Sent via mailing on October 23, 2025

"EU AI Act: Impact on Creativity in Europe & Unauthorized Music Use"

This newsletter is about the implications of the EU's AI Act on creativity in Europe, including debates on balancing the tech industry and fair play for creators. It also discusses concerns over AI companies using texts, images, and music without compensating creators, highlighting the need for innovative solutions and sustainable revenue models. Additionally, it covers Kenny Loggins demanding the removal of his song "Danger Zone" from an offensive AI-generated video posted by the White House, reflecting a larger pattern of unauthorized music use by the Trump administration.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-20: Die IU auf der Frankfurter Buchmesse AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-22: Suno doesn’t understand copyright law and is wrong about stream-ripping rules, say major labels

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Articles count: 8 Sent via mailing on October 20, 2025

"Exploring AI's Impact on Music Industry: Copyright, Quantum Computing, and Ghostwriting"

This newsletter is about the implications of artificial intelligence on the music industry, including concerns about copyright infringement and privacy violations. It also discusses the development of AI music products by Spotify and major record labels, as well as the use of quantum computing to create innovative music. Additionally, the campaign to end ghostwriting in audio-visual music productions and Carlos Santana's response to false claims about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance are addressed.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-14: Lucian Grainge says artist consent will be sought on AI deals - though only for voice clones and AI-generated adaptations AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-13: Kurzversion des 3-Säulen-Modells

"Exciting Updates: Timbaland's AI Artist TaTa, Music Trends, and BMG's Spotify Deal"

This newsletter is about Timbaland's new AI artist TaTa releasing her first music video in a futuristic setting, the latest music trends such as Latin music and K-pop on the Billboard charts, and BMG's direct licensing deal with Spotify to ensure fair compensation for songwriters in the US.

AI in MusicTech: 0.8: 2025-10-10: Timbaland Releases Futuristic Music Video For AI Artist TaTa’s Debut Single ‘Glitch x Pulse’ AI in MusicTech: 0.75: 2025-10-10: Numerology: Billboard Crossword (Oct. 9, 2025)

Legal Battles: Music Publishing Companies vs AI, NexTone Game Music Academy, Blue Öyster Cult Statement

This newsletter is about ongoing legal battles between music publishing companies and AI companies, such as Anthropic and Suno, over copyright infringement and fair use in AI training processes. It also discusses NexTone's Game Music Academy initiative to expand the global reach of game music and Blue Öyster Cult's statement regarding Donald Trump's unauthorized use of their song in an AI-generated video on Truth Social.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-10-07: Anthropic’s own guardrails revive full copyright lawsuit from litigious music publishers AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-10-06: Suno tells court to reject stream-ripping “gambit” by major labels in AI legal battle

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Articles count: 4 Sent via mailing on October 06, 2025

"Music Industry Trends: Innovation, Fair Practices, and Collaboration"

This newsletter is about the current trends and challenges in the music industry, including the importance of creative R&D projects, the negotiation of licensing deals with AI companies for AI-generated music, the opposition to Universal Music's acquisition of Downtown Music, and the battle against stream manipulation services in France. These articles emphasize the need for innovation, fair practices, and industry collaboration to address real-world challenges and opportunities in the music ecosystem.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-02: ✘ Creative R&D in music AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-10-02: As FT says major labels are close to “landmark” AI licensing deals, is a new battle royale going to kick off within the music industry?

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Articles count: 6 Sent via mailing on October 02, 2025

Explore AI in Culture: Creativity, Copyright, & Global Cooperation in Regulation

This newsletter is about discussions surrounding AI in culture, focusing on the impact of generative AI on creativity, copyright protections, fair compensation for creators, and the need for global cooperation in regulating AI technologies. It also covers a copyright dispute between GEMA and OpenAI, the launch of the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses, and the upcoming Amsterdam Dance Event Pro Conference featuring industry speakers like Skepta and discussions on AI and music law. Additionally, Billboard China and Tencent Music Entertainment Group are collaborating on the "Star Power" monthly selection to promote top Chinese music globally and support music education in remote regions.

AI in MusicTech: 0.95: 2025-09-29: CISAC leads AI in Focus: Cultural Diversity, Law and Creation discussion at UNESCO Mondiacult side event AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-09-30: Tech giants delaying AI innovation, says music industry

Discover new music scenes and trends with human-curated platform AUX.

This newsletter is about the author's exploration of various music scenes and the evolution of music discovery from traditional gatekeeping to algorithm-driven platforms like MySpace and Hype Machine. It introduces AUX as a platform for human-curated content discovery in music, fashion, and art, showcasing five cultural finds to highlight the importance of human curation in today's digital age.

AI in MusicTech: 0.5: 2025-09-25: ✘ Holding the AUX

"Major Record Companies Sue AI Company Suno Over Copyright Infringement"

This newsletter is about major record companies suing AI company Suno for allegedly acquiring sound recordings through illicit downloading from YouTube using stream ripping methods. The article discusses how recent rulings in AI copyright cases suggest using pirated data for training models may not qualify as fair use defense, with the music industry continuing to argue against AI companies using illegally obtained content.

AI in MusicTech: 0.95: 2025-09-22: Major labels add piracy claims to Suno lawsuit after $1.5 billion Anthropic settlement AI in MusicTech: 0.8: 2025-09-24: Indie artist suing Suno amends lawsuit with new arguments against AI company’s fair use defence

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