UMG general counsel/executive vp of business and legal affairs Jeffery Harleston called for a federal right of publicity and visibility into AI training data.
The performing rights organization has announced a number of programs to address AI, including the ASCAP Lab Challenge and multiple panels and events.
The deal, also struck with AI development studio CreateSafe, will allow the singer to better monitor tracks released using her AI vocals and ensure a proper royalty split.
At an investor presentation, Rob Stringer talked "lowest common denominator" content and AI's potential to open "avenues for commercial exploitation."
"Will the music industry embark on another endless game of Whac-A-Mole...or will they find a way to embrace the new technology?"
Timbaland’s use of AI to regenerate the late rapper’s voice raises questions about the use of AI vocal rendering technology for deceased artists.
Tracks from AI music company Boomy were removed, but streamers take down songs all the time, regardless of whether AI is involved.
Starting Wednesday, users can sign up for access to Google's AI Test Kitchen and try out MusicLM on the web, Android or iOS.
Covers.ai, a new service from AI music start-up MAYK, says it received over 100,000 sign-ups in anticipation of today's launch.
During the company's earnings call on Tuesday, the CEO also said the company will "ensure that protection of intellectual property is high on the agenda."
