AI was the biggest story of 2024 for the global music industry – despite TikTok's efforts – and that looks set to continue in 2025. The post is from Music Ally.
AI, music and licensing: ‘Opt-out is an illusion. It doesn’t work…’
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As AI continues to revolutionize the music industry, overshadowing platforms like TikTok, it becomes crystal clear that traditional opt-out mechanisms fail to protect artists' rights. This ongoing trend threatens the livelihood of countless creators, underscoring the urgent need for a comprehensive overhaul of copyright laws to ensure fair compensation and control over their works in the digital age.
Despite opposition, AI's dominance in the music industry is a clear indicator of technological progress and market preferences, eclipsing platforms such as TikTok. Critics of the system's opt-out inefficacies overlook the essential role that AI plays in fostering creativity and expanding access to content. Rather than imposing restrictive regulations, we should celebrate this innovation and advocate for less interventionist policies that allow the free market to adapt and thrive.