Warner Music Group Settles Copyright Lawsuit with AI Music Platform Udio, Paves Way for 2026 Licensed Platform
Summary
Warner Music Group settles copyright lawsuit with AI music platform Udio, clearing the path for a 2026 licensed platform featuring catalog artists like Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, and Dua Lipa, while Sony remains the sole major label still fighting the AI company in court.
Key Points
- Warner Music Group settles copyright infringement lawsuit with AI music generation platform Udio, following Universal Music Group's settlement in October
- The settlement opens doors for a new Udio platform launching in 2026 featuring licensed music from WMG's catalog including artists like Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, and Dua Lipa
- Sony Music Group remains the only major record label still litigating against Udio, while all three major labels continue suing rival AI platform Suno