31 organisations denounce opacity of AI licensing deals with music majors

A coalition of 31 organisations has raised concerns about the lack of transparency in licensing agreements between major music labels and AI companies. Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group have signed deals allowing AI providers to use copyrighted musical works for a global fee. The signatories, which include artist unions, consumer rights groups, and digital rights advocates, argue that the terms and financial arrangements remain opaque, potentially undermining artists' compensation and control. The statement calls for greater disclosure and regulatory oversight to ensure fair treatment of creators.