Universal Music Group strikes partnership for ethical AI music models

Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced a collaboration with AI company Klay Vision to ethically train generative AI music models using UMG’s data, as reported by Emilia David. The partnership aims to create AI-generated music that respects copyright and includes protections for human creators’ likeness rights. Despite previously suing AI companies for using its data, UMG recognizes the potential of AI in the music industry and seeks to shape its development through strategic deals with AI startups.