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Samsung dismisses Dua Lipa’s trademark lawsuit

The legal battle between Samsung and Dua Lipa is heating up, and the next critical step in the case has

ElevenLabs launches Music v2.5 after UMG deal

The music industry just got a major upgrade, thanks to a significant new feature rolling out by ElevenMusic. The company

AEG & Greenhouse Talent power 1500 events in Belgium and the Netherlands

The vibrant world of music and talent is getting a major boost in Belgium and the Netherlands, thanks to the

Suno hires ex-CFO Cherry Miao for finance role

The world of music technology is buzzing with talent, and at the helm of a new venture sits someone with

Missing arenas for 30% of global music tours

The Global Sound: Why the Music World is Getting Much More International The musical landscape is undergoing a profound transformation,

Grammy Producer & Miami Music Dean Matt Serletic

A Legacy in Harmony: Serletic and the Centennial of the Frost School of Music The world of music education is

Spotify names Mia Nygren VP/GM for Europe and LatAm

Mia Nygren has officially taken on a significant new role at Spotify, stepping into a globally expanded leadership position that

Suno is setting up a merch store

The Sound of Commerce: How Suno and Fourthwall Are Redefining Digital Retail The world of digital content and creation is

DistroKid skips IFPI anti-fraud rules unlike CD Baby

The Great Music Distribution Paradox: DistroKid‘s Massive Claims vs. Reality In the sprawling, digital landscape of modern music distribution, some

Global audition for new male talent in 15 cities

The quest for global musical brilliance just got a whole lot bigger. Big Hit Music, the label behind some of

Eitaro Shibasaki named CBO at Warner Music Japan

A significant appointment is on the horizon for the Japanese music industry as a new executive steps into a pivotal

Spotify co-founder threatens to leave Sweden over wealth tax

The Great Wealth Debate: Sweden Heads to the Polls on Taxation As Sweden gears up for its general election this

Source relaunches the label for Air, Phoenix & KOC

The music landscape just got a major injection of fresh energy, thanks to the relaunch of a highly anticipated label.

Musicians’ union fights AI exploitation in lawsuits against Universal and Warner

In a growing legal battle over the future of music and artificial intelligence, the American Federation of Musicians has stepped

Judge throws out copyright claims in Wixen’s $102M Meta lawsuit

A landmark legal decision has shifted the landscape of digital copyright disputes, ruling that Wixen could not successfully sue Meta

ElevenLabs $11B valuation and global AI music deal with UMG

AI Music Revolution: ElevenLabs and UMG Forge Global Audio Partnership The world of music is on the cusp of a

UM/WC launch Ecuadorian music company Sonido Distrito Sur

The Maestro Behind the Melody: Juan Fernando Velasco Shapes Ecuador’s Creative Landscape In the vibrant world of Ecuadorian arts, certain

Go Private: Warner, Universal, and broken market values

The Invisible Divide: Why the Music Valuation Gap is Widening In the high-stakes world of global entertainment, where billions are

Annie Christensen appointed VP, Catalogue at Warner Chappell Music UK

The music industry is a constantly evolving landscape, filled with opportunities for seasoned professionals to pivot and bring fresh perspectives

Veille elected SNEP president as Burgalat steps down

When a leadership transition occurs, it’s more than just changing names; it’s about setting a new course. As Alain Veille

HarbourView appoints Patrick Morin as MD of Business Development

The world of music investment and catalog management is undergoing an exciting expansion, driven by strategic acquisitions and powerful new

France music market grows 3.5% with streaming revenue up 7.5%

The music industry is currently navigating a fascinating frontier: the rapidly evolving intersection of creativity and artificial intelligence. As AI-generated

The Weeknd tour grosses $345m and draws 2.3m fans

The global appetite for the latest musical spectacle proved immense, as a recent leg of the tour captivated an audience

Music publishing hub opens in London by Patrick Moxey

The engine room of modern music creation isn’t just about talent; it’s about the space where that talent is nurtured,

Spotify turns RNB X playlist into a Dallas festival with Live Nation Urban

The next major celebration of R&B culture is setting up camp in North Texas, promising a night of iconic talent