This marks the first big deal for Robert Kyncl as WMG's CEO.
After years of demanding that Twitter license music, the NMPA's members are filing a sweeping lawsuit that says the platform "harms music creators."
The deal will "help deliver scalable solutions for the music industry while simplifying music use" for digital platforms and brands, says CEO Paul Wiltshire.
The song, which was removed from Spotify over a rights issue, is back up, while the Mississippi MC has decided to remain with UnitedMasters for now.
The short-form video app known for breaking viral hits, is using music in a different way Down Under.
Merck Mercuriadis' company gains a partner in film and TV through Beatclub's opportunities portal.
Also this week: TikTok signs a licensing deal with Rotana Music Group, WMG partners with digital fashion retailer DRESSX and more.
The case is the latest legal scuffle for the TikTok-like social media service, which is also embroiled in a similar fight with Sony.
Following Sony's lawsuit, one label source says "millions" in unpaid royalties are the issue. Triller denies this, saying the app is "reassessing" label deals.
A litigious music licensing company says that CNN's international outlets committed "massive willful copyright infringement."
