Tidal Halts Royalties for AI Music, Introduces Labeling
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Summary
Tidal announced new policies for AI-generated music, stating it will not pay royalties for fully AI-created tracks and will label such content starting July 15th, though it won't ban it entirely.
Why it matters
This sets a precedent for how streaming platforms are addressing the rise of AI-generated content, impacting artists, creators, and the music industry's economic models.
How to implement this in your domain
- 1Review current platform policies for AI-generated content across all distribution channels.
- 2Develop internal guidelines for identifying and managing AI-assisted vs. fully AI-generated creative works.
- 3Communicate clearly with artists and content creators about new monetization and labeling standards.
- 4Explore technologies for detecting AI-generated content to ensure compliance with platform rules.
Who benefits
Key takeaways
- Tidal will not pay royalties for fully AI-generated music.
- AI-generated tracks will be labeled on the platform starting July 15th.
- The policy aims to protect human artists and inform listeners.
- This reflects a growing trend in content platforms addressing AI's impact.
Original post by AI | The Verge
"Tidal shared its new policies regarding AI-generated music today and how the platform plans to "protect artists" and "inform listeners." Instead of banning it outright, starting on July 15th Tidal will label tracks it has identified as being 100 percent AI-generated with an icon.…"
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