Creators from across the globe have adopted a declaration putting the protection of human creativity at the heart of artificial intelligence policies. The declaration, known as The Paris Commitment, was unveiled in Paris on June 4 during the centenary General Assembly of the International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC). The declaration states: “At a time when rapid advancements in artificial intelligence risk undermining the value of creative work, we affirm a shared...

SCAPR, the organisation that represents performers' neighbouring rights societies, has renewed its Board of Directors, following the organisation's 51st General Assembly in Kraków. The new Board, which will serve for the 2026–2027 term, has reappointed Jose Luis Sevillano (AIE) as Chairperson, with Claudia Cadima (GDA) as Vice-Chairperson and Markus Bos (SENA) as Treasurer.vIn accordance with SCAPR’s Statutes, these positions are appointed annually by the Board during its first meeting following...

The International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC) has appointed Senegale songwriter and performer Youssou N'Dour as Vice-President of the organisation regrouping 227 rights societies from over 110 countries. N'Dour begins his term on June 4 at CISAC’s annual General Assembly in Paris, as the organization marks its 100th anniversary. N’Dour succeeds outgoing Vice-Presidents, South African singer songwriter Yvonne Chaka Chaka and Mexican contemporary composer Arturo Má...