In the battle against AI using copyrighted music to train their software, Universal Music Group (UMG) is asking streaming services to stop letting artificial intelligence companies access its catalogs.
Streaming services like Spotify and Amazon Music were mentioned specifically as they are platform partners, with UMG owning a large stake in Spotify, and were asked to retain the integrity and copyright of UMG’s artists and music.
AI music software uses both copyrighted and noncopyrighted music to learn trends, patterns, and styles leading many to believe they take direct pieces of music…
