What is AI, how does it work and what can it be used for?Generative AI like ChatGPT and Midjourney can create human-like content but poses risks of inaccuracies and bias.Artists are voicing concerns about generative AI potentially exploiting their creations without compensation.
Anti-AI lawsuits in the music industry pose novel questions for courtsAI-generated music sparks concerns about creativity and copyright infringement.
Paul McCartney warns proposed AI law will rip off the next generation of musiciansProposed British copyright changes could undermine artists' rights, benefiting tech companies over the creators.
Miranda Lambert, Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj submit letter to AI developers to honor artists' rightsAI technology poses threats to human artistry by potentially infringing upon artists' rights and devaluing their work.The Artist Rights Alliance, with the support of numerous prominent musicians, is calling for the protection of artists against the predatory use of AI.
Universal Music CEO doubles down on standoff with TikTokUMG dismisses TikTok's impact on revenue and fan engagement, focusing on partnerships with other social media platforms.UMG demands removal of music from TikTok, citing fair compensation for artists and songwriters.
What is AI, how does it work and what can it be used for?Generative AI like ChatGPT and Midjourney can create human-like content but poses risks of inaccuracies and bias.Artists are voicing concerns about generative AI potentially exploiting their creations without compensation.
Anti-AI lawsuits in the music industry pose novel questions for courtsAI-generated music sparks concerns about creativity and copyright infringement.
Paul McCartney warns proposed AI law will rip off the next generation of musiciansProposed British copyright changes could undermine artists' rights, benefiting tech companies over the creators.
Miranda Lambert, Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj submit letter to AI developers to honor artists' rightsAI technology poses threats to human artistry by potentially infringing upon artists' rights and devaluing their work.The Artist Rights Alliance, with the support of numerous prominent musicians, is calling for the protection of artists against the predatory use of AI.
Universal Music CEO doubles down on standoff with TikTokUMG dismisses TikTok's impact on revenue and fan engagement, focusing on partnerships with other social media platforms.UMG demands removal of music from TikTok, citing fair compensation for artists and songwriters.
Why Irate Artists Leaked OpenAI's AI Video Generator Sora | EntrepreneurArtists leaked OpenAI's Sora tool, claiming unpaid labor exploitation and lack of creative freedom under the company's control.
Unjust threat': Murdoch and artists align in fight over AI content scrapingCreative professionals united against AI's unlicensed use of their intellectual property, fearing it threatens their livelihoods.
Despite the real (and artificial) fears of many, AI is not the enemy of the art worldAI can coexist with artistic exploration despite concerns about monetization by big tech.
More than 10,500 artists sign open letter protesting unlicensed AI trainingOver 10,500 artists, including major Hollywood names, protest against AI's unlicensed use of their creative work.
Unjust threat': Murdoch and artists align in fight over AI content scrapingCreative professionals united against AI's unlicensed use of their intellectual property, fearing it threatens their livelihoods.
Despite the real (and artificial) fears of many, AI is not the enemy of the art worldAI can coexist with artistic exploration despite concerns about monetization by big tech.
More than 10,500 artists sign open letter protesting unlicensed AI trainingOver 10,500 artists, including major Hollywood names, protest against AI's unlicensed use of their creative work.
The court decision that could turn generative AI upside downCopyright issues surrounding generative AI remain unresolved, with artists calling for accountability as lawsuits against major AI companies progress.
Can artists protect their work by suing AI companies?Proper attribution for artists in the digital age is a critical issue, requiring systematic approaches involving data scraping for credit preservation.
The court decision that could turn generative AI upside downCopyright issues surrounding generative AI remain unresolved, with artists calling for accountability as lawsuits against major AI companies progress.
Can artists protect their work by suing AI companies?Proper attribution for artists in the digital age is a critical issue, requiring systematic approaches involving data scraping for credit preservation.
Exactly.ai secures $4M to help artists use AI to scale up their output | TechCrunchAI startup Exactly.ai uses generative AI to empower artists to retain ownership of their art and reproduce designs at scale.
The rise of Cara: the anti-AI social media platform for artistsJingna Zhang's Cara platform is a response to AI encroachment on artist rights, supporting human artists and protecting their work.
Exactly.ai secures $4M to help artists use AI to scale up their output | TechCrunchAI startup Exactly.ai uses generative AI to empower artists to retain ownership of their art and reproduce designs at scale.
The rise of Cara: the anti-AI social media platform for artistsJingna Zhang's Cara platform is a response to AI encroachment on artist rights, supporting human artists and protecting their work.
My work sells for millions but only a fraction of that came to me,' says Scottish painterPeter Doig highlights the opaque nature of the art market, calling for greater transparency to protect artists.
Sony warns tech companies: Don't use our music to train your AISony Music Group is emphasizing the importance of obtaining permission before using its artists' music for training generative AI tools.
'An unsatisfying status quo': art centre can neither demolish artist Mary Miss's outdoor installation nor be forced to repair it, judge rulesThe fate of artist Mary Miss's Land art environment in Des Moines, Iowa, remains at a stalemate due to a preliminary injunction.
Artists Sue Google Over Its AI Image GeneratorAI data scraping faces legal challenges in copyright protection, with artists suing Google for alleged copyright infringement.The lawsuit highlights the struggle to define copyright infringement in the context of AI technology.
FKA twigs Submits AI Testimony to U.S. Senate, Saying She's Developing Her Own DeepfakeAI as a tool for artists with control over representations.
Weekly AI Recap: US & UK partner on safety, Artifact acquired, musicians seek protectionsThe US and UK signed an MOU to jointly oversee AI model safety evaluationInternational efforts are being made to develop safeguards for AI use and prevent infringement on artists' rights.
Bon Jovi, Darius Rucker Warn About AI Tech in Music Industry | EntrepreneurMusicians raising concerns about AI's impact on the music industry, particularly in devaluing artists' work.AI being misused by tech companies to undermine artists, songwriters, and musicians rather than promote human creativity.
Billie Eilish and Nicki Minaj among 200 artists calling for AI banHigh-profile artists warn against AI in music industry, fearing it could replace human creativity and destroy ecosystem.Artists call for regulations to prevent misuse of AI tools that undermine or replicate human songwriters' work.
Hundreds of musicians warn against replacing human artists with AIThe letter by artists calls on tech firms to stop predatory AI use in music industry.ARA emphasizes responsible collaboration with tech partners to uphold artists' rights and creativity.
Tennessee Passes Law Protecting Musicians From AI Deepfakes | EntrepreneurTennessee passes ELVIS Act to protect musicians from AI deepfakes.Deepfakes pose a threat to artists' voices and likenesses, prompting the need for legal protection.
Sinead O'Connor Estate Condemns "Biblical Devil" Donald Trump's Use of "Nothing Compares 2 U" at RalliesThe estate of Sinéad O'Connor condemns Trump using her song at ralliesMany artists, including Johnny Marr and Rihanna, have tried to stop Trump from using their music.
Kanye West sued by estate of Donna Summer over stealing' I Feel LoveThe late Donna Summer's estate suing Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign for allegedly stealing her song I Feel Love without permission.The lawsuit emphasizes the importance of protecting intellectual property and artists' rights to control the use of their works.
SZA, Doja Cat songs now also being removed on TikTokSongs by artists under UMPG are being removed from TikTok due to licensing disputes.UMG/TikTok license expired, impacting popular artists like Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Adele.
Hackers Claim to Have Leaked 1.1 TB of Disney Slack MessagesA group named NullBulge leaked a huge amount of Disney data, including unreleased projects and login credentials, stating they aim to protect artists' rights and fair compensation.
Tool preventing AI mimicry cracked; artists wonder what's nextTech platforms updating user terms for AI data scraping pose risks to artists; tools like Glaze help protect styles but challenges persist in a tech-driven market.