Industry Sep 2, 2026
Trump Admin Rules AI Firms Can Use Music Without Permission
In short
Weighing in on a legal question with trillion-dollar stakes, the administration says AI firms don't need to pay for the millions of works they use without permission.
Originally published by
Billboard
The Trump administration has issued a statement asserting that AI firms are permitted to utilize copyrighted music without requiring consent or payment. This decision addresses the legal question of whether such use constitutes fair use, potentially impacting the value of millions of creative works used for AI training. Originally reported by Billboard.