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Articles count: 2 Sent via mailing on July 10, 2025

"Dangers of Consolidation: Music Industry Leaders Raise Concerns Over Universal's Acquisitions"

This newsletter is about concerns from business leaders in the independent music sector regarding Universal Music's acquisition of Downtown Music Holdings, warning that it could lead to a lack of diversity and innovation in the digital music market. Additionally, Turkey's competition regulator is investigating Spotify for alleged anti-competitive conduct related to royalties, artist promotion, and content moderation policies, with concerns raised about the lack of transparency in algorithmic promotion and favoritism towards major music players.

AI in MusicTech: 0.8: 2025-07-07: “Keep music open” beg indie label bosses in letter to EU regulators asking for full investigation of UMG’s Downtown deal AI in MusicTech: 0.7: 2025-07-08: Turkish competition regulator to investigate Spotify as culture minister rails about playlists that disrespect the president’s wife
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Articles count: 1 Sent via mailing on July 07, 2025

"AI Tools Impacting Critical Thinking in Academia and Music Industry Innovation"

This newsletter is about the growing use of AI tools by students and its impact on critical thinking and assessment in academia. It also covers the effect of AI on the music industry, discussing the need for new funding models and the importance of creativity and storytelling in response to technological changes.

AI in MusicTech: 0.75: 2025-07-03: ✘ This newsletter is optimistic
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Articles count: 7 Sent via mailing on July 03, 2025

Implications of Generative AI, Deepfakes Law, Music Industry Updates, and AI Legislation Passes

This newsletter is about discussions on the implications of generative AI for culture, democracy, civil rights, and copyright at the Genshagen Cultural Policy Forum and the Danish government's plan to pass a law protecting individuals' voice and likeness from AI deepfakes. It also covers the concerns raised by the Worldwide Independent Network regarding Universal Music's bid to buy Downtown Music Holdings and the successful debut of the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack on the Billboard music charts. Additionally, it discusses the removal of a provision preventing US states from regulating AI in legislation passed by the House of Representatives.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-07-30: Genshagen theses published AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-06-30: Denmark wants to stamp out deepfakes with new voice and likeness rights
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Articles count: 4 Sent via mailing on June 30, 2025

"Legal Battles, AI in Music, and Meta Quest 3S: Industry Updates"

This newsletter is about recent legal battles in AI companies AfterAnthropic and Meta, who successfully utilized the fair use defense for unlicensed use of copyrighted books in training generative AI models. It also discusses the growing use of AI in music production, with artists like Gunna and Timbaland embracing AI technology, as well as updates from the Society Publisher Forum on industry initiatives and data exchange infrastructure within the music rights industry. Additionally, it highlights the Meta Quest 3S VR headset, offering an immersive concert experience for music fans at home.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-06-26: First Anthropic, now Meta: another judge accepts fair use defence in AI training - but there’s a sting AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-06-26: Gunna Tells Will.i.am He Wants to Sign an AI Artist: ‘Get With ‘Em, You Can’t Beat ‘Em’
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Articles count: 6 Sent via mailing on June 26, 2025

"The Impact of AI on Copyright Laws: Challenges and Regulations"

This newsletter is about the challenges faced by traditional copyright laws in light of technological advancements, particularly in the use of artificial intelligence by companies like Spotify and OpenAI. The articles discuss issues such as fair use of existing content for training AI models and the regulation of AI technology in the creative industry to protect copyright and artists' rights.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-06-24: “Regulating Spotify like radio is like regulating Uber like a horse and buggy” streaming giant tells Canadian regulators AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-06-24: Rekonesans w sieci #113 Prawo autorskie w czasach zarazy
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Articles count: 2 Sent via mailing on June 23, 2025

"European & Global Orgs Advocate for Copyright & AI + Amazon Prime Day Tech Deals!"

This newsletter is about European and global organisations urging the JURI Committee to consider key questions around copyright and AI, specifically focusing on the TDM exception, AI transparency, and creator consent. Additionally, the article highlights early Amazon Prime Day deals on tech products with discounts ranging from 20-90% off original prices.

AI in MusicTech: 0.8: 2025-06-19: EU needs “ambitious report” on copyright and AI to address unresolved issues around creator and performer consent AI in MusicTech: 0.7: 2025-06-20: Early 2025 Amazon Prime Days: Shop for New Tech From Laptops to Earbuds
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Articles count: 5 Sent via mailing on June 19, 2025

"The Future of Art and Music in Europe: AI Impact and Legal Battles"

This newsletter is about the implications of generative AI on art, culture, and the creative industries in Europe, as discussed at the Genshagen Cultural Policy Forum 2025. It also covers a class action lawsuit filed by indie artist Anthony Justice against music AI companies for unauthorized use of indie artists' music and Sony Music's data dominance showcased by CEO Rob Stringer, raising concerns about Universal Music's acquisition of Downtown Music Holdings.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-06-16: ARTificial Intelli­gence: Europas Kunst- und Kreativ­branche im Zeitalter generativer KI AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-06-17: Musician sues Suno and Udio, says indie artists have been “trampled the most” by unlicensed AI
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Articles count: 2 Sent via mailing on June 16, 2025

"Disney & Universal Sue Midjourney, RIAA Backs Lawsuit. Impact on Streaming Numbers."

This newsletter is about Disney and Universal Studios suing the AI platform Midjourney for copyright infringement, with the Recording Industry Association of America supporting the lawsuit. The article also touches on the impact of recent events on streaming numbers for Sly & the Family Stone, Coldplay, and Beyoncé, including increased streams after Sly Stone's passing and a viral TikTok mashup boosting Beyoncé's song "All Night.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-06-12: AI platform Midjourney is “bottomless pit of plagiarism” say Hollywood studios as they join legal battle against AI AI in MusicTech: 0.75: 2025-06-12: Sly & The Family Stone’s Streams Up 563% Following Sly Stone’s Death
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Articles count: 1 Sent via mailing on June 12, 2025

House of Commons rejects AI transparency in Data Bill, government criticized for approach

This newsletter is about the House of Commons rejecting AI transparency provisions in the Data Bill proposed by the House of Lords, criticizing the government's approach to copyright and AI regulation. The government is hesitant to regulate AI through the Data Bill, but is considering options to address copyright and AI concerns amidst pressure to provide transparency and protection for intellectual property in the creative industries.

AI in MusicTech: 0.75: 2025-06-11: Don’t gaslight MPs warns Caroline Dinenage as she says ministers have got into a “terrible pickle” over AI
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Articles count: 3 Sent via mailing on June 09, 2025

Introducing Billboard Africa & Radio Royalties: Ed Sheeran's New Song Featured

This newsletter is about the launch of Billboard Africa, a new platform in partnership with Global Venture Partners to showcase African music globally. It also covers the push for a radio royalty for sound recordings in the US and Ed Sheeran's new song "Sapphire," which features Indian elements and is part of his upcoming album "Play.

AI in MusicTech: 0.75: 2025-06-05: Billboard & Global Venture Partners Launch Billboard Africa AI in MusicTech: 0.6: 2025-06-05: If Congress forces AM radio into every car, it should also force AM radio to pay artists, says open letter to US lawmakers
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