Record labels sue AI company for copyright infringement in music

The Verge — June 24, 2024, 04:00 PM UTC

Summary: Major record labels, including Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Warner Records, are suing AI companies Suno and Udio for copyright infringement. The RIAA seeks damages up to $150,000 per work. Suno and Udio are accused of using copyrighted material to create AI-generated music. The music industry is in a legal battle with tech companies over AI tools. Platforms like TikTok and YouTube are also involved in the controversy.

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YouTube negotiating lump sum payments with major record labels for AI music training (The Verge)
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Record companies sue AI firms for copyright infringement, artists concerned (ABC News)
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Music labels sue AI song generators for copyright infringement, seeking compensation (The Guardian)
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Record companies sue AI music generators Suno, Udio (The Washington Post)
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