Apple Music, the streaming service from tech giant Apple, is commemorating a significant milestone this month: its 10th anniversary. Launched on June 30, 2015, the platform has evolved into a prominent force in the global music streaming landscape. To mark a decade of operation and growth, Apple Music is unveiling a series of initiatives that…
Seoul, South Korea — LG Electronics, the global technology innovator, has unveiled a new initiative aimed at fostering deeper human connection and spreading positivity in an increasingly digitized world. The company announced the launch of its “Radio Optimism” brand campaign, designed to leverage the universal power of music to create meaningful interactions and share optimism….
The intersection of music and technology continues to be a hotbed of activity, marked recently by significant legal rulings concerning artificial intelligence, strategic business acquisitions, novel platform feature rollouts, and high-profile legal settlements. These developments underscore the rapid evolution and inherent complexities within the digital music ecosystem. AI and Copyright Face Off in Court A…
In a significant strategic move within the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence music sector, AI music startup Suno has announced the acquisition of WavTool, a sophisticated browser-based digital audio workstation (DAW). The deal, finalized earlier this year, is aimed at bolstering Suno’s platform with advanced music editing and production capabilities, directly addressing the needs of music…
Excite Audio, a developer of creative music technology, has officially unveiled Bloom KSHMR, a new software instrument crafted in collaboration with the acclaimed producer, sound designer, and DJ, KSHMR (also known as Niles Hollowell-Dhar). Described by the developers as an instrument that “seamlessly blend[s] Indian and South Asian musical heritage with modern production,” Bloom KSHMR…
Mumbai, India – June 26, 2025 – In a significant development poised to reshape the music licensing landscape in India, Hoopr, widely recognized as the nation’s first dedicated music licensing platform, announced a strategic alliance with the Indian Performing Rights Society (IPRS). The IPRS stands as the sole copyright society in India representing the interests…
Major digital music platforms are set to implement new measures requiring the clear labeling of artificial intelligence (AI)-generated songs, a significant step prompted by the rapid proliferation of synthetic audio content and high-profile incidents that exposed the music industry’s vulnerabilities. The Catalyst: A Viral Fake Duet The impetus for this shift can be directly traced…
INGOLSTADT, GERMANY and SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA — A significant leap in the automotive audio experience is on the horizon, as Audi and Dolby Laboratories have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Dolby Atmos immersive audio technology into select vehicle models. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for high-fidelity sound within the confines of a car…
Paris, France — Music streaming service Deezer has announced a significant step in its ongoing battle against fraudulent activity on its platform, revealing the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) song tags. The move comes as the global music industry grapples with the rapid proliferation of AI-generated content and the complex legal and ethical questions it…
Mountain View, California — Google’s Magenta team has announced the public release of Magenta RealTime, or Magenta RT, an innovative open-weight artificial intelligence model designed to revolutionize music generation by enabling real-time, interactive capabilities. The introduction of Magenta RT marks a significant step forward in the field of generative audio, aiming to provide what researchers…
