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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

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

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

Revolutionizing Music: AI, Legal Battles, and Digital Platforms - CISAC Highlights

This newsletter is about the intersection of artificial intelligence and music creation, with ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus using AI to write a new musical and Eminem's publisher suing Meta for unauthorized use of the rapper's songs. It also discusses the increasing dominance of digital platforms in music publishing revenue and highlights key discussions from CISAC's General Assembly in Sofia.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-06-04: ABBA‘s Björn Ulvaeus Is Working on Musical Using AI: ‘Such a Great Tool’ AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-06-03: “History repeating itself” say music creators as majors start negotiations with Suno and Udio

Introducing Classical Computer Music: Advocacy and Technology in the Digital Age

This newsletter is about an author's exploration of combining traditional composition with electronic and computer music, leading to the development of "Classical Computer Music" and the creation of a new software instrument called 'Tetrad.' It also discusses CISAC's focus on advocacy and technology, as outlined by Director General Gadi Oron at the Sofia General Assembly, highlighting initiatives to protect creators in the digital landscape.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-05-29: ✘ Multimodal hyperdrive: from the vision of a release, to releasing a vision AI in MusicTech: 0.75: 2025-05-29: AI and streaming data top the agenda in CISAC DG’s General Assembly keynote

Articles count: 1 Sent via mailing on May 29, 2025

"Prioritizing Transparency and Consent in AI Integration: European Cultural Professionals' Call to Action"

This newsletter is about European cultural and creative professionals urging EU politicians to prioritize transparency, consent, and copyright when integrating AI into the cultural and creative sector. The campaign "Stay True to the Act, Stay True to Culture" was launched by the creative industry and a event was held in the EU Parliament as part of this initiative.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-05-25: “Stay True to the Act, Stay True to Culture”

Articles count: 5 Sent via mailing on May 26, 2025

Stay informed on music industry copyright news, AI debates, and Apple's court order.

This newsletter is about various copyright issues in the music industry, including Udio's AI music creation app facing litigation for copyright infringement, ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and Martina McBride advocating for creators' rights in AI deepfake debates, and Shira Perlmutter suing President Trump for firing her over a report favoring rightsholders. Additionally, it discusses the impact of a court order on Apple allowing external payment options within iOS apps, benefiting developers and consumers like Spotify.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-05-23: CISAC General Assembly will meet in Sofia to put creators' rights top of the agenda of policymakers AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-05-22: Udio’s mobile app launches on iOS, priced at up to $30 per month - Music Business Worldwide

Legal and Ethical Issues in AI: Transparency, Creators' Rights, and more!

This newsletter is about various legal and ethical issues surrounding AI transparency and creators' rights. Topics include the House of Lords voting on transparency obligations for AI companies, Salt N Pepa suing Universal Music for control of their recordings, ABBA co-founder advocating for creators' rights in the EU, Kesha facing backlash for AI-generated artwork, and Brazilian singer Cleber Augusto using AI to release a new album. It also covers Amazon Music's AI-powered search tool, SoundCloud's integration with TikTok, and the increase in royalties paid to German artists on Spotify. Additionally, it mentions Brian Eno's open letter to Microsoft regarding their technology sales to Israel amidst conflict with Hamas.

AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-05-21: ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus: ‘Bring on the AI revolution – but stay true to safeguarding creators’ rights.’ AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-05-21: Amazon Music launches AI-powered search tool in US beta - Music Business Worldwide

Exciting Updates: UMG in China, AI in Legal Proceedings, UK Data Bill debates & more

This newsletter is about Universal Music Group expanding into China's classical and jazz music sectors, Poo Bear's creation of a content monetization platform called TTIKR, SoundCloud addressing concerns about AI training with users' content, ongoing debates in the UK Parliament regarding amendments to the Data Bill, lawyers apologizing for using incorrect citations generated by AI in legal proceedings, and recent developments in the AI industry including the firing of the US Register of Copyrights and leadership changes at Merlin and Universal Music Group.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-05-16: From Trump firing top copyright official to SoundCloud ‘fixing’ its AI policy… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-Up - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-05-15: SoundCloud’s amended AI clause still “fundamentally terrible for artists” says Ed Newton-Rex

"Update on SoundCloud's AI Training Terms & UK-US Copyright Office Reports"

This newsletter is about the controversy surrounding SoundCloud's updated terms allowing AI training on user content, UK artists advocating for transparency in AI training, and the US Copyright Office's report on fair use for AI training. SoundCloud clarified that they do not currently use user content for AI models and aim to support human artists through AI initiatives while ensuring transparency and control. The UK government faced opposition for proposing to loosen copyright laws for AI developers, leading to discussions on transparency and licensing. The US Copyright Office report suggests that some AI training may fall under fair use, but commercial use competing with existing copyrighted works may not.

AI in MusicTech: 0.9: 2025-05-13: UK government faces second House of Lords defeat over AI copyright rules - Music Business Worldwide AI in MusicTech: 0.85: 2025-05-12: Elton John, Paul McCartney among artists urging UK government to ‘protect copyright in the age of AI’ - Music Business Worldwide

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