Industry May 10, 2026
Tencent Music Addresses Copyright Issues and AI Risks in 2025
TME said it took down over 27,000 songs specifically involved in what it categorizes as "song theft," "song laundering," and "trend hijacking" Source
Originally published by
Music Business Worldwide
Tencent Music (TME) reported that in 2025, it removed over 250,000 songs and reviewed more than 600,000 cases flagged for potential copyright violations. This action was taken in response to 'emerging AI risks' and other copyright infringements.
Specifically, TME took down over 27,000 songs identified as involving "song theft," "song laundering," and "trend hijacking," reflecting proactive measures against content misuse. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.
Specifically, TME took down over 27,000 songs identified as involving "song theft," "song laundering," and "trend hijacking," reflecting proactive measures against content misuse. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.