Industry Sep 22, 2026
Universal and Sony Sue Suno Again Over AI Models
In short
US copyright law sets damages for willful infringement at up to USD $150,000 per work. At that ceiling, the 60,202 recordings would carry a theoretical maximum of just over $9 billion.
Originally published by
Music Business Worldwide
Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment have filed a second lawsuit against Suno, alleging that the AI platform's newer v6 models are derived from infringing inputs. This follows an initial legal challenge from the major labels.
The lawsuit highlights potential damages under US copyright law, which allows for up to $150,000 per work for willful infringement. The filing suggests that the 60,202 recordings in question could theoretically incur damages exceeding $9 billion. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.