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Articles count: 9 Sent via mailing on June 22, 2026

"Music Industry Update: AI theft, stream-ripping crackdown, deepfake legislation, AVR+ enhancement, Japan royalties"

This newsletter is about recent developments in the music industry, including accusations of AI companies stealing music from artists, the first site-blocking order in Canada targeting stream-ripping services, the advancement of the NO FAKES Act in the US Senate to combat deepfakes, the introduction of AVR+ to improve music data processing, and Japan's new music right for public performance royalties.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-06-19: APRA AMCOS says Atlantic investigation proves AI companies have plundered the “life’s work of Australian and New Zealand songwriters” AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-06-19: Major labels in Canada win site-blocking order targeting stream-ripping platforms - a first for the country’s music industry - Music Business Worldwide

"Trademark Law & Music Industry: Artists Protecting Voices in Digital Age"

This newsletter is about the evolving landscape of trademark law and the music industry in the era of AI. It discusses how artists like Lionel Richie and Boy George are filing trademark applications and collaborating with new technology companies like Artist Included to protect their voices and music in the digital age. It also covers the NO FAKES Act, web-blocking court orders against music piracy, and Warner Music's initiatives in Asia-Pacific and India to support regional artists and reach global audiences.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-06-15: Lionel Richie files to trademark the sound of his voice, following Taylor Swift amid AI deepfake crackdown - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-06-16: Tech startup Artist Included launches with plan to re-record classic songs using AI, First up: Karma Chameleon with Boy George - Music Business Worldwide

"Music Industry News: AI, Investments, Licensing Deals & Technology Updates"

This newsletter is about various developments in the music industry related to AI-generated music, transparency, licensing deals, investments, and technology. It discusses Deezer's AI detection tool, funding round for Madverse Music Group, licensing deals with AI platforms Udio and Klay, Francisco Partners' investment in Muse Group, Universal Music Group's bond sale, Warner Music Group's acquisition of Sureel AI, and the collaboration between music and gaming industries.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-06-11: After licensing its AI detection tech to the music industry, Deezer now lets listeners scan their own playlists for AI-generated tracks - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-06-11: Kobalt founder Willard Ahdritz to lead funding round in India’s Madverse Music Group - Music Business Worldwide

Newsletter: Google's Copyright Lawsuit Dismissal, Warner Music's Sureel AI Acquisition, and More!

This newsletter is about Google's attempt to dismiss a copyright lawsuit filed by independent musicians over its Lyria AI music model, claiming that the artists had licensed their music to YouTube. Warner Music Group has acquired Sureel AI to better track how AI models use artists' work, while Sony Music Entertainment is urging a federal court to reveal the total number of audio files used by Udio's generative AI model. Additionally, Apple Music is expanding its Lyrics Translation feature, and México Canta is promoting regional Mexican music. Finally, there is a need to reassess the freemium model in the music industry, especially in emerging markets.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-06-10: Google says any music uploaded to YouTube is fair game for AI training - and there’s nothing musicians can do AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-06-10: Google moves to dismiss indie artists’ Lyria 3 AI training lawsuit, arguing they licensed their music when agreeing to YouTube’s terms of service - Music Business Worldwide

"Protecting Creativity in the AI Era: The Paris Commitment and Legal Issues"

This newsletter is about various articles discussing The Paris Commitment, a declaration urging protection of human creativity in the face of advancing AI technology, as well as legal issues surrounding AI companies, transparency in AI copyright disputes, and the increasing presence of AI-generated music on streaming platforms. The articles emphasize the need for policymakers, technology companies, and cultural industries to safeguard creators' rights and ensure fair compensation in the AI era.

AI in MusicTech: 0.95: 2026-06-08: ‘Landmark’ declaration signed at CISAC General Assembly calling for ‘protection of human creativity’ in the AI era - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-06-09: 227 collecting societies call on French lawmakers to “lead the way” in protecting creators in the AI era by passing the Darcos Bill

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on June 08, 2026

"Exploring AI's Impact on Music Industry: Copyright, Remuneration, and Transparency"

This newsletter is about the intersection of AI and the music industry, focusing on issues such as copyright, creator remuneration, transparency, and the rise of AI-generated music. It highlights efforts by organizations like CISAC, discussions around artist consent and protection in AI deals, and the need for standardized policies to manage AI-generated music on streaming platforms. Additionally, it covers legal battles over transparency in AI music companies like Suno and the impact of AI music on streaming platform infrastructure costs.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-05-28: CISAC's 2026 Annual Report spotlights global AI copyright reform and creator advocacy AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-05-28: ✘ Creatively imagining the future: Reporting from the Mumbai Convention, 2034

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on May 28, 2026

"AI Revolutionizing Music Industry: Spotify, YouTube, Deezer, Legal Disputes & More"

This newsletter is about the advancements in AI technology in the music industry. It discusses Spotify's 'artist-first AI' initiative with Stability AI researcher Julian Parker joining their team, YouTube's automatic labeling of AI-generated videos, Deezer's AI-generated music detection, and legal disputes between AI companies and major music labels over copyright infringement. Additionally, it covers Kakao Entertainment's Global-K Chart for K-pop ranking, Udio's upcoming licensed AI music platform Starstruck, Jack Osbourne's announcement of an AI-powered Ozzy Osbourne avatar, and Warner Music Group and GZ Media's successful pilot project recycling unsold vinyl records.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-05-25: Stability AI’s Julian Parker, a key researcher behind Stable Audio, joins Spotify’s ‘artist-first AI’ team – days after streamer’s landmark UMG remix deal - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-05-27: YouTube will now automatically detect and label AI videos – even when creators don’t disclose it - Music Business Worldwide

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on May 25, 2026

"Latest Music Industry Updates: NO FAKES Act, Spotify AI Covers & More!"

This newsletter is about recent developments in the music industry, including the NO FAKES Act that aims to protect performers' control over their likeness in AI, agreements between Spotify and Universal Music Group for AI-generated covers, UMG's global licensing deal with TikTok, and Warner Music Group's CFO emphasizing the importance of AI technology. Other highlights include the reissue of Aaliyah's debut album with instructions for fans and the launch of Stable Audio 3.0 by Stability AI for generating music tracks with licensed data. Additionally, an AI-powered avatar of Ozzy Osbourne is set to be released posthumously.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-05-21: Music industry welcomes revised NO FAKES Act, but Spotify says “still work to do” AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2026-05-21: Spotify and Universal Music Group strike landmark deal to let fans create AI covers and remixes – as a paid Premium add-on - Music Business Worldwide

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on May 21, 2026

"Legal Battles and AI Partnerships in Music Industry: Newsletter Highlights"

This newsletter is about legal battles and partnerships in the music industry involving AI technology. It covers a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by The American Dollar against Suno for using their tracks to train an AI music generator, a music technology startup named Tamber launching AI music tools, Spotify expanding Verified by Spotify badge program for podcasts, Splice partnering with ElevenLabs for AI-powered music creation tools, BMI acquiring Soundmouse for cue sheet management with AI technology, and the implications of generative AI on EU Copyright Law. Additionally, it discusses Vietnamese music company DAO Music Entertainment partnering with The Orchard and Saregama's Managing Director's stance on AI-generated music in royalty pools.

AI in MusicTech: 0.95: 2026-05-19: Suno sued by Poseidon Wave Media, an entity behind indie duo The American Dollar, claiming it ‘nearly eliminated’ their licensing revenue - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-05-19: After raising $5M, Adobe-backed Tamber officially launches its AI music-making platform - Music Business Worldwide

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Articles count: 5 Sent via mailing on May 18, 2026

"Music Industry Trends: Tencent, FL Studio, AI Licensing, BTS, BLACKPINK & More"

This newsletter is about Tencent Music's successful expansion beyond music streaming in China, FL Studio's global impact and growth strategies, the BPI's prediction of an AI licensing boom in the UK, the concept of musical self-expression and importance of participation in music creation, and the dominance of select artists like BTS and BLACKPINK in the K-pop industry.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2026-05-14: Tencent Music is quietly building a live music empire. Concerts could become the streaming giant’s ultimate differentiator in the age of AI. - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.8: 2026-05-15: ‘The next global genre will likely start in someone’s bedroom – and that bedroom might be in Lagos, Mumbai or São Paulo.’ - Music Business Worldwide

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