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OpenAI readies TikTok-style app, but is exclusive for AI-generated content (report)
ChatGPT maker OpenAI is preparing to roll out a standalone application for Sora 2, its next-generation video creation model, according to...
Daniel Ek explains why he’s stepping back as CEO to become Executive Chairman
This morning (September 30), Spotify revealed that its founder and Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Ek, is stepping back from the...
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ is already a record breaker, as album becomes first to exceed 5m pre-saves on Spotify
MBW’s Stat Of The Week is a series in which we highlight a data point that deserves the attention of...
In ‘landmark’ move, SESAC and GMR join ASCAP and BMI’s ‘Songview’ copyright database, expanding platform to 38m+ works
In December 2020, US PROs ASCAP and BMI launched a public performance copyright database called Songview, described at the time...
Ian Harrison named CEO of A2IM, as Richard James Burgess steps down after 10 years
A2IM (The American Association of Independent Music), has appointed Ian Harrison as its new Chief Executive Officer.Harrison succeeds Dr. Richard...
Suno just launched its own DAW, after introducing its ‘most powerful’ AI music model yet
Suno is forging on with significant product updates amid an ongoing copyright infringement battle with major record companies.Today (September 25),...
AI is redistributing power in music – but who will control tomorrow’s licensing?
MBW Views is a series of exclusive op/eds from eminent music industry people… with something to say. The following op/ed...
Trump signs executive order paving way for ‘$14bn’ US TikTok deal
A deal to transfer TikTok’s US operations to US owners appears to be getting closer.Donald Trump yesterday (September 25) signed...
Independent electronic music giant Armada launches new London creative hub
Armada Music Group has opened a new 7,000-square-foot multifunctional facility in Shoreditch, London. The space is designed to serve as...
Virgin Music Group expands into Vietnam via JV with The Metub Company
Virgin Music Group is expanding into Vietnam by forming a partnership with The Metub Company (Metub), a digital entertainment and creator...
