AI-powered research lab SoundPatrol has received the support of Universal Music Group and Sony Music for its project of “forensic AI model for audio-video fingerprinting,” aimed at protecting artists from the unchecked copyright infringement activity coming from AI music generators.
SoundPatrol’s patent-pending fingerprinting model will employ neural embeddings that "capture and analyse musical semantics in order to identify the influence of original human-created music in fully or partly AI-ge...

US media and rights management platform OpenPlay has sealed its first partnership in Japan with independent label TOY’S FACTORY, in an agreement that will see OpenPlay provide comprehensive content management services to the company.
OpenPlay will develop a centralised platform for TOY’S FACTORY to "efficiently manage and utilise its diverse array of digital assets, including audio, video, artwork and metadata." Through the partnership, TOY’S FACTORY will have access to OpenPlay’s platform as a ...

France's music metadata specialist Music Story has partnered with Avex to help the Japanese independent music and entertainment company improve the visibility of its catalogue, increase search relevance and strengthen rights management.
"This collaboration will empower Avex to enhance the visibility, structure, and long-term value of its extensive catalogue across digital platforms," said Music Story, stating that through its advanced metadata solutions, Avex will have the opportunity to value t...