AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAI Music Policy: Suno is adding audio watermarks and new “responsible AI” rules, aiming to curb spammy AI tracks after fresh copyright and licensing pressure. Streaming & Rights: Sony Music and Universal Music Group escalated legal action against Canada’s streaming app Musi, keeping the spotlight on platform licensing fights. Music Business Deals: Warner Music is signaling AI music deals could lift subscription streaming revenue later in 2026, while Ryman Hospitality posted record Q2 results tied to entertainment demand. Industry Loss: Manager Peter Katsis, who helped steer Backstreet Boys, Korn and more, died at 69. Global Pop Momentum: BTS’s “ARIRANG” hit 4B Spotify streams fastest for an Asian act, and Egyptian star Amr Diab logged 68 weeks at #1 on Billboard Arabia. Creator Funding: Kickstarter launched a $1M Culture Fund to back independent creators, including musicians. Live Music & Community: Usher kicked off a new tour and highlighted his internship program; Sudbury’s Her Northern Voice festival lit a water tower pink for women in music.
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