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Articles count: 7 Sent via mailing on December 18, 2025

"Insights on Music Industry Trends: AI, Royalties, Copyright, Global Impact & Record-breaking Hits"

This newsletter is about various topics related to the music industry, including a podcast focusing on music and tech with a season centered around AI, challenges in monetization strategies for music, Spotify's royalty payment threshold affecting artists in South East Europe, the UK government's findings on copyright and AI, Japan's growing global music scene in Los Angeles, the impacts of technology on copyright law, and instances of songs gaining popularity due to TV shows and viral trends. It also covers Mariah Carey's record-breaking achievements with "All I Want for Christmas Is You" reaching 20 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-12-16: ✘ Trust matters more than technology: rethinking music's GenAI moment AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-12-16: Artists from South East Europe at risk of “cultural erasure” as a result of Spotify’s 1000 stream threshold

Supporting Women in Music Tech: Girls Twiddling Knobs, Fair Compensation, AI Copyright Debate

This newsletter is about Isobel Anderson reflecting on the lack of industry recognition for her music tech education project Girls Twiddling Knobs and urging the industry to support women and gender diverse creators. It also covers the IMPF's principles for fair compensation in licensing negotiations with AI companies, challenges faced by the UK music industry with business rates, and discussions on Generative AI and copyright at a recent conference. Lastly, it highlights the current top songs on the Billboard chart and the diversity of genres represented.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-12-11: ✘ An Open Letter To The Music Industry AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-12-11: Indie publishers make demands of collecting societies as they start to negotiate AI deals

"The Impact of AI on Music Creation: Challenges and Controversies Uncovered"

This newsletter is about the use of AI in music creation and the challenges it presents to both artists and copyright holders. It covers topics such as Google's investigation for using content without compensation, the suggestion of a statutory licensing system for AI companies and copyright owners, AI-generated songs appearing on streaming platforms, the controversy of the Trump administration using music in political videos without permission, artists expressing their views on AI-created music, and Gene Simmons advocating for the American Music Fairness Act to ensure fair compensation for musicians.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-12-09: EU-Kommission leitet Kartellverfahren ein AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-12-09: EU report says statutory licensing is the best way to balance copyright and AI

"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

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