Spotify's CEO defends AI-generated music, urging critics to refrain from disparaging it as 'slop' and highlighting its potential. He emphasizes that the technology enables experimentation and the creation of new forms of musical art.
Spotify's CEO, Daniel Ek, defended the company's move into AI-generated music, stating it's a way to combat "slop" and protect artists. He believes AI tools can help artists enhance their creativity and reach wider audiences.
Spotify and Universal Music Group have announced a licensing deal allowing Premium subscribers to create AI-generated remixes and covers of streaming songs. Artists can opt out, but those participating will receive royalties for their contributions to these AI creations.
The text discusses the music industry's shift from copyright protection based on identifying copies to the current challenge of similarity, driven by artificial intelligence. Generative AI systems create original music by replicating patterns and styles without direct copying, highlighting the limitations of traditional recognition technology.
Spotify is launching a "Verified by Spotify" badge for artists to combat spam, fakes, and AI-generated music, confirming a real person is behind the profile. Initially, AI personas or profiles primarily uploading AI-generated music are not eligible, though Spotify acknowledges the evolving complexity of artist authenticity.
A Suno, criadora de música com IA, está em desacordo com grandes gravadoras como Universal Music Group e Sony Music Entertainment sobre acordos de licenciamento. O principal ponto de conflito é a divergência sobre se os usuários devem poder compartilhar livremente as músicas geradas por IA.
Spotify and Universal Music Group have partnered on a licensing deal to enable users to generate AI-powered remixes and covers from UMG's catalog. The author expresses strong disapproval of the increasing prevalence of AI-generated music, viewing it as a disrespect to original artists.
AI-generated music is flooding streaming services, raising questions about its acceptance and impact on the music industry. The article explores whether there is genuine demand for this type of content and its implications for artists and platforms.