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Udio Under Fire: AI Song Generator's Download Window Sparks Controversy After Universal Settlement

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Uche Emeka
Uche Emeka
Udio Under Fire: AI Song Generator's Download Window Sparks Controversy After Universal Settlement

Artificial intelligence song generation platform Udio announced a 48-hour window for users to download their creations, effective Monday, before the company transitions to a new business model. This decision follows Udio's settlement of copyright infringement claims brought by Universal Music, a major label representing artists like Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar.

The settlement highlights a growing legal battle surrounding AI companies, which are increasingly facing copyright lawsuits. The tech industry lobby group, the Chamber of Progress, recently urged President Donald Trump to issue an executive order directing federal attorneys to intervene in legal cases, defending the industry's practice of training generative AI tools on copyrighted works. Citing over 50 pending federal cases, the group warned of

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