SoundCloud's recent update to its terms of service requires artists to allow their music to be used for training artificial intelligence (AI). This change, which became noticeable following a TOS update in February 2024, allows SoundCloud to use uploaded content to enhance AI technologies. The platform has also integrated assistive AI tools aimed at aiding music creation, launching several new products intended to democratize music production for all artists, sparking concerns regarding the implications for artists' creative rights and compensation.
The updated terms state that creators who upload content to SoundCloud agree their music may be used to train AI technologies as part of providing services.
Following the TOS update, SoundCloud introduced assistive AI integrations designed to enhance music generation and production, promoting the democratization of music creation.
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