AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStreaming Integrity: A North Carolina man was sentenced to 18 months for using AI-generated tracks and bot accounts to steal more than $8 million in streaming royalties. The U.S. Copyright Office has also opened an inquiry into streaming fraud. Global Deals: Kakao Entertainment and Atlantic Music Group will work together to develop K-pop artists, while IMRO will administer SESAC writers’ online performance royalties across multiple markets. Industry Strategy: Scotland’s first nationwide music-business roadmap sets priorities for more sustainable careers and long-term investment. Market Watch: UK recorded-music growth slowed in the third quarter, though vinyl sales remain strong. Live Music Lifeline: Oracle’s $10 million investment will restore the Nashville Symphony’s season and bring furloughed musicians and staff back to work.
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