A legal conflict is emerging between record companies and AI music services. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has filed copyright infringement lawsuits against two companies, Sunno and Uncharted Labs, accusing them of using copyrighted music to train their AI models without permission. These AI models generate music that resembles existing artists' works. Sunno’s CEO claims they tried to negotiate with record labels, but were ignored. Uncharted Labs’ software, Udio, has produced popular songs, raising concerns among artists and labels. The RIAA argues these AI services exploit artists' work for profit without consent. This case could set a significant legal precedent about the ownership and use of AI-generated content.
Vocabulary:
Legal (adjective): Relating to the law.
Conflict (noun): A serious disagreement or argument.
Emerging (verb): Becoming apparent or prominent.
Accusing (verb): Claiming that someone has done something wrong.
Infringement (noun): The action of breaking the terms of a law.
Negotiation (noun): Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.
Resembles (verb): Looks like or similar to.
Concerns (noun): Worries or anxieties.
Exploit (verb): To make use of something unfairly for one's own advantage.
Precedent (noun): An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide for future circumstances.
Source: NBC News