AI-Generated Art Copyright
Sony Music just called out the UK government for floating what it sees as “unworkable” AI policies that would allow AI developers to scrape copyrighted music without permission to train their AI.
In short, AI could study your sound, style, and songs… with no credit and no check.
This matters beyond the UK. If one major market sets this precedent, others will follow. Creators everywhere, including in the U.S., could see their catalogs turned into training data for AI-generated music.
According to The Times, Sony isn’t alone. Artists and labels are beginning to draw the line.
What AI-Generated Art Copyright means for you:
- If you make music, your work could already be fueling AI tools, without consent.
- Copyright law is lagging behind the speed of machine learning.
- Contracts, licenses, and distribution terms will need new clauses to protect you from silent exploitation.
At Zamani Thomas Legal, we help artists build IP strategies that go beyond just “protecting a track.” We help you protect your style, your reputation, and your voice in an industry that’s changing fast.
Book a Creative Consult if you’re licensing music, collaborating with AI tools, or want to be sure your art isn’t vulnerable.