Sony Music has challenged the British government’s proposed copyright reform and has already requested the elimination of more than 75,000 AI -generated deep sea for the contents of artists.
A large music company warned that the changes to the proposed copyright law would be “rushing, imbalanced, and irreversible.”
In submission of government counseling on AI and copyright law Financial time and Sunday time,,, Sony explained as a threat to the industry that contributes to the proposal. £ 7.6 billion The average exchange rate in the British economy every 2024).
The closed counseling on February 25 will focus on the introduction of the “text and data mining” exemption so that AI companies can use copyrighted data for educational purposes unless the producer does not specifically choose.
“Real estate owners should not have to claim the rights to all parts of their property in advance.” Sony music According to the report, he said during the submission. “If you want to put it in a different way, will the government ask for tags to be protected by all possessions from robbers?”
The company also emphasized more and more problems facing the music industry, emphasizing the size of the battle with unauthorized AI cloning. According to feetSony said he had already requested it. 75,000 Takedown of AI generated materials featuring the largest artist, including Harry Styles.
I quote “People who are familiar with Sony’s efforts” feet Reported “The artists who copied from most labels were most popular, such as Sony’s Harry Style, Queen, and Beyonce.”
“If you want to put it in a different way, will the government ask for tags to be protected by all possessions from robbers?”
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Especially in February, Sony Music Group Chairman Rob Stringer Join A Daily Mail Campaign against the proposed British rules Universal music group Chairman and CEO Lucian Grayand Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl.
The British proposed change is also 1,000 Artist -Including Kate Bush, Annie Lenox To EURYTHMICSand Damon Al Baren To blur and Gorillaz -We will release a “Silent Album” that protests the copyright reform proposal.
title Is this what we want?The Silent Album has a list of back cover tracks that “the British government should not legalize music to benefit AI companies.”
According to industry data, these detected fakes are only part of the AI production music flooding digital platform. Music streaming service Deezer I recently reported it 10,000 The new AI recording is uploaded to the platform every day. Meanwhile, AI Music Generation Company Mover It claims that it has been created as many 100 million Trace similar apps Bummy Reported produce 17 million.
AI startup Suno AI and Udio We are also spotlighted for the claim that their model was trained without permission. Sony Music Entertainment is one of the manuscripts of the federal copyright infringement lawsuit filed for the AI company in June last year. They are looking for $ 150,000 About works of each copyright of Suno and UDIO.
UDIO I insisted To create 10 recording per second 864,000 New recording in one day.
Meanwhile, Sony, who was submitted to the British government, warned that the proposed opt -out mechanism was “unplanned and fantastic.”
Last year, Sony Music publicly insisted on the use of text and data mining (TDM), especially the use of content for AI development.
“We support artists and composers who accept new technologies that support works of art. The evolution of technology has changed the process of creative industry. AI will continue the long trend. ”Sony Music Sayed May 2024.
Sony’s concerns extend beyond their own interests. The British music industry, the world’s third largest recorded music market and recorded music exporter worldwide, plays an important role in the national economy. Sony said it had invested £ 1 billion In the UK over the past 10 years ($ 108 billion) Sunday time.
Sony stressed that despite opposition to copyright proposals, he is not opposed to AI innovation. The company is currently involved in negotiations to license IP developers. 2023 Sony Collaboration With ~ David Gilmore To Pink Floid Write a “Global AI Remix Project” that allows fans to remix audio and artwork.
The dispute is with the AI company when it attracts funds. Microsoft, Google, and Amazon Explain 2 thirds of $ 27 billion It is raised by AI company in 2023 data Peachbook of a private mayor researcher.
Only Suno AI grew up $ 125 million Last year, UDIO secured $ 10 millionBoth are exceeded An average UK AI company investment To 4.6 million pounds ($ 5m) 2022.
The British government’s proposal seems to be part of a wider strategy to create the British “the best place to start and expand the AI business.” stated By prime minister Keir starmer.
Sony said the government’s proposal said, “We will not increase and increase AI license activities in the UK market.” Financial time Reported.
The company’s position is reversed by many other organizations and producers in the media and music industry, including prominent artists. Elton John and Sir Paul McCartney
Elton John warning In recent interviews hour The UK’s position as a global leader in the arts and culture is in danger without strong copyright protection. Similarly, paul mccartney Calling The government emphasizes the obligation to protect the producers by reconsidering the plan.
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