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Sony Innovates with AI Technology to Trace Musical Origins
AI & Music Tech

Sony Innovates with AI Technology to Trace Musical Origins

Sony Group is developing technology to identify the human songs behind AI-generated tracks, aiming to streamline royalty calculations.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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AI Remix Innovator Hook Raises $10 Million in Series A Funding
AI & Music Tech

AI Remix Innovator Hook Raises $10 Million in Series A Funding

Hook, an AI remixing startup, has raised $10 million in a Series A funding round led by Khosla Ventures, while also promoting Simmi Singh to COO and CPO.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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ADE 2026: The Future of Electronic Music Starts Here
Networking & Community

ADE 2026: The Future of Electronic Music Starts Here

With the Amsterdam Dance Event celebrating its 30th anniversary, ADE 2026 promises to be a pivotal gathering for industry professionals and artists alike.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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Google Unveils Lyria 3: A Leap Forward in AI Music Creation
AI & Music Tech

Google Unveils Lyria 3: A Leap Forward in AI Music Creation

Google has introduced Lyria 3, its latest AI music generator within the Gemini app, enabling users to create 30-second tracks from text prompts or images.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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New Survey Launches to Address Mental Health in the UK Music Scene
AI & Music Tech

New Survey Launches to Address Mental Health in the UK Music Scene

A groundbreaking survey has been initiated to assess mental health challenges within the UK's music industry, spearheaded by notable charities and a wellbeing firm.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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UMG Partners with Even to Enhance Direct-to-Fan Engagement
Contracts & Deals

UMG Partners with Even to Enhance Direct-to-Fan Engagement

Universal Music Group has formed a multi-year partnership with the fan engagement startup Even, aiming to deepen connections between artists and their supporters.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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Sony Launches Innovative AI Tool to Protect Songwriters' Rights
AI & Music Tech

Sony Launches Innovative AI Tool to Protect Songwriters' Rights

Sony Group has introduced a groundbreaking technology designed to track music used in AI-generated compositions, ensuring songwriters receive fair compensation.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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House of Lords Advocates for Business Rate Relief to Support UK Music Studios
Industry Policy

House of Lords Advocates for Business Rate Relief to Support UK Music Studios

The House of Lords has initiated a cross-party campaign to secure business rate relief for UK music studios, highlighting their exclusion from the Non-Domestic Rating regime.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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PPL Enhances Royalty Management with Salt's Advanced Matching Technology
AI & Music Tech

PPL Enhances Royalty Management with Salt's Advanced Matching Technology

PPL has strengthened its partnership with Salt to improve music usage tracking and royalty calculations for artists and rightsholders.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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Swedish House Mafia to Headline Ushuaïa Dubai's Grand Finale This May
AI & Music Tech

Swedish House Mafia to Headline Ushuaïa Dubai's Grand Finale This May

Swedish House Mafia is set to return to the UAE for a one-night-only performance at Ushuaïa Dubai on May 16, 2026, marking the venue's closing event.

By Dan Boots|about 2 months ago
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