Tidal Won't Pay Royalties on AI Music, Labels Tracks

Tidal announced its new policies regarding AI-generated music, aiming to "protect artists" and "inform listeners." Effective July 15th, the music streaming platform will not pay royalties on tracks identified as being 100 percent AI-generated. These tracks will be marked with a distinct icon on the platform.

While not outright banning AI-generated music, Tidal's decision means that starting today, these fully AI-created tracks will no longer be monetizable. This policy shift addresses the growing presence of AI in music creation and its potential impact on human artists. The company has not specified the exact criteria or technology used for identifying 100 percent AI-generated music.

The platform's statement emphasizes a commitment to transparency for its users, allowing them to distinguish between human-created and AI-generated content. This move by Tidal positions it as one of the first major streaming services to implement specific financial and labeling policies for AI music, setting a precedent for how such content will be handled in the industry.