AnalysisMusicJuly 28, 2026
Record labels shift from AI litigation to licensed creation platforms

Major record companies are building licensed AI music platforms with artist opt-in frameworks and attribution systems, marking a shift from litigation to collaboration. The article compares the potential impact to the Napster era.
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