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YouTube confirms discussions with labels over new AI tools

YouTube’s ambitions in AI music continue, but it wants licensing deals with labels in place before its next moves.

Splice users can now use their own sound loops with AI-powered ‘Create’ engine

The platform for music creators is introducing a new feature called “Create With Your Own Loop.” Previously, Splice’s AI-powered “Create” inspiration engine focused on matching sounds within the platform’s extensive library that offers over 300 instruments and spans 130 unique music genres.

From Kraftwerk to AI – Berlin’s love affair with music technology

Like zuckerguss on a zimtschnecken, Berlin and electronic music are perfect companions. For decades, the city has been synonymous with multi-day raves, synth savants, and software start-ups.

Hybe’s AI startup Supertone launches virtual pop group Syndi8

Supertone is the synthetic voice startup acquired by K-Pop firm Hybe in 2022. Now it has a new virtual pop group called Syndi8.

Aaptiv & Feed.fm Fine Tune Wellness Journey with Science-Backed Music

We’re excited to announce an expansion to our partnership with Aaptiv, a leading provider of audio-based fitness solutions. Together with the Feed.fm unified music system, Aaptiv is elevating wellness journeys with the integration of science-backed meditation music.

How DistroKid can leverage its podcast partnership to help artists tell their stories

On the heels of MIDiA’s report “Defining podcast taste: The universal appeal of music, news, and comedy”, podcast network Evergreen Podcasts and independent music distributor DistroKid announced a sponsorship deal. This speaks not only to the growing appetite and crossover opportunities for music and podcasts but also to the potential for music and podcast companies to do so much more together. 

AI:OK is the latest initiative focusing on ethical AI music

AI:OK is the initiative in question: a project launched out of Dublin City University and funded by the Irish government. “Our mission is to enable the supply chain and end users to easily identify music products and services that are ethically created, and in doing so ensure AI technology enhances human creativity while safeguarding the rights and interests of all music stakeholders,” is how AI:OK explains its intentions.

BeatBread wants to help artists compare funding offers

Startup BeatBread has been building its ecosystem to provide advances to musicians. Now it has revealed its latest tool for artists.

Jason Kilar Pitches a 'Spotify for Hollywood' Streamer

The ousted HBO Max chief is eyeing the creation of a mega-bundle platform.

Beyoncé Launches ‘Cowboy Carter’ Merch Partnership with Snapchat

Beyoncé has partnered with Snapchat to release an official Bitmoji collection to celebrate the launch of her Cowboy Carter merch line.

TikTok has quietly launched an Instagram-like app called Whee

TikTok has quietly launched a new photo-sharing and messaging app called Whee, although it’s not marketing it heavily yet.

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