Industry Sep 25, 2026

Sound designers and SFX libraries launch Professional Sound Alliance to fight AI scraping

In short

The Alliance says it was formed in response to two forms of unauthorized use, which it calls Data Piracy and Sync Piracy.

Originally published by Music Business Worldwide
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Sound designers and SFX libraries launch Professional Sound Alliance to fight AI scraping

A new organization, the Professional Sound Alliance, has been established by sound designers and SFX libraries. The Alliance aims to combat the unauthorized use of sound assets.

The group stated that its formation was a direct response to two specific types of misuse: 'Data Piracy' and 'Sync Piracy.' The Alliance asserts that this initiative will provide protection for sound professionals. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.