Performers want their share of the UMG and Udio deal

Posted by Isabelle Szczepanski le 3 novembre 2025

Universal Music Group is teaming up with artificial intelligence Udio to develop a music creation platform, but French artists are calling out the need for a framework to respect their rights and ensure their remuneration in this new ecosystem.

Last week, Universal Music Group (UMG) announced a partnership with artificial intelligence company Udio. This agreement undoubtedly marks a turning point in the already stormy relationship between AI and culture. UMG and Udio will work hand in hand to launch a platform dedicated to AI-assisted music creation. From next year, this initiative should enable the exploitation…

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