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AI music platform Udio and Universal Music strike a deal—is this AI music's Spotify moment?

UMG allies with AI music startup Udio for an AI-powered music streaming service.

TechRadar

Universal Music Group and AI music firm Udio settle lawsuit and announce new music platform

A legal wrangle over alleged copyright infringement between Universal Music and AI firm Udio has ended with a settlement and a new partnership for a platform to make AI music more accessible to everyday users.

Euronews

Universal Music and AI song tool Udio settle lawsuit and partner on new platform, sparking backlash

Universal Music Group and AI platform Udio have settled a copyright lawsuit and will collaborate on a new music creation and streaming platform

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Universal Music Strikes Deal with AI Company Udio After Copyright Clash

Universal Music settles copyright dispute with AI startup Udio, launching a new AI-powered music platform for licensed content.

International Business Times

Spotify's new AI plan aims to tackle the music industry's slop problem — here's how

Spotify’s new “artist-first” AI initiative with Sony, Universal, and Warner aims to develop responsible tools that respect copyright and empower musicians.

Tom’s Guide

Drake vs Kendrick Lamar: Did a Judge Just End the Most Explosive Rap Lawsuit of the Year?

A federal judge dismissed Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us', ruling the song non-defamatory.

International Business Times UK

Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group dismissed

Rapper had claimed UMG helped to damage his reputation by distributing Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us

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Judge tosses Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music over rap beef with Kendrick Lamar

A federal judge has tossed out a defamation lawsuit Drake brought against Universal Music Group, labeling the alleged libelous words as opinion

The Independent UK

Spotify founder Daniel Ek steps down as CEO, sending shares lower

Spotify said in a press release that the move “formalises" how Spotify has been operating since 2023, with the new co-CEOs largely leading strategic development and operational execution.

Euronews

Massive Attack to remove their music from Spotify in protest against CEO’s AI military investments

The trip-hop pioneers are also joining the No Music For Genocide campaign, blocking their songs from all streaming services in Israel

Louder

3 Stocks to Buy Now for a New Era of Taylor Swift

Here are three music stocks well-positioned to benefit from what could be called a “new era of Taylor Swift.”

Barchart

Drake's Lawyers Claim Universal CEO Lucian Grainge was 'Personally Involved' in Kendrick Lamar Diss

Drake's lawyers have intensified their lawsuit against Universal Music Group, alleging CEO Lucian Grainge was directly involved in the release and promotion of Kendrick Lamar's hit diss track 'Not Like Us.'

International Business Times UK

Drake lawyers allege Universal head Lucian Grainge ‘personally involved’ in Kendrick Lamar diss track

Lawyers for Universal Music Group deny that British chief exec had any ‘meaningful involvement’ in the promotion of allegedly defamatory track Not Like Us

The Guardian - UK

Bill Ackman-Backed Universal Music Group Files For US Listing

In a strategic move, Universal Music Group N.V. (OTC:UMGNF), the world’s largest music label, has confidentially filed for a U.S. listing.

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Euronews

Universal Music Group confidentially files for US stock market listing

The Dutch-American firm, which represents the likes of Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish, is already listed in the Netherlands.

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‘We are sharing our grief with the world’: Brian Wilson’s family announces Beach Boys legend’s death at 82

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How Much Does It Pay to Win The Voice? We Looked at 6 Past Winners

Winning The Voice is a dream come true for many aspiring artists. The grand prize includes a $100,000 cash award and a recording contract with Universal Music Group. But beyond the immediate rewards, the long-term success of winners varies. Some have leveraged the platform to build thriving music careers, while…

Fortune

Lawyer admits to ‘embarrassing’ mistake after Anthropic's Claude made up a source in a legal filing—and no one caught it

The attorney said it was “an honest” mistake even after a manual review beforehand.

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The Guardian - UK

Drake expands lawsuit against Universal Music Group, alleging defamation at Super Bowl

Lawsuit argues Kendrick Lamar’s half-time performance ‘further solidified’ public belief in allegations made in diss track Not Like Us, but UMG calls amendment ‘absurd’

Euronews

Desperate Drake claims he was defamed at Super Bowl show and Grammys

The Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud, among the biggest in hip-hop, continues... Drake now claims he was defamed at the Super Bowl halftime show and the Grammys. Universal Music has warned Drake “be careful what you wish for” with this recent complaint update.

MusicRadar

“This is great. I knew I was getting to them! I’m so happy. It’s such a good feeling”: Spotify bites back at Kate Nash

They’re pointing the finger at her record label

The Guardian - AU

‘Drake lost a rap battle’: Universal files motion to dismiss rapper’s ‘misguided’ lawsuit

Drake’s attorneys accuse Universal of being ‘a greedy company’ that is ‘finally being held responsible for profiting from dangerous misinformation’.

Pedestrian.tv

Iggy Azalea Claims That UMG ‘Stole’ From Her: ‘Pay Me What’s Owed’

Iggy Azalea has claimed that Universal Music Group (UMG) owes her money in the "eight figure range" from unpaid royalties.

The Independent UK

Fire relief, Quincy Jones tributes and new talent energize the 50th annual pre-Grammy benefit gala

Music mogul Clive Davis has held his annual, star-studded pre-Grammys gala at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California

International Business Times

Universal, Spotify Ink Multi-year Deal

Universal Music Group, the world's largest music company, and streaming behemoth Spotify on Sunday announced a multi-year direct deal that will affect both recording and publishing royalty rates.

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