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Universal Music Group Issues Ultimatum to TikTok Over Song Licensing

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Universal Music Group Issues Ultimatum to TikTok Over Song Licensing
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Universal Music Group is set to remove its song catalog from TikTok on January 31 after failing to reach a new licensing agreement with the platform. In an open letter, UMG cited issues of fair compensation for artists and songwriters, protection from AI-generated content, and online safety. TikTok responded, accusing UMG of prioritizing greed over the interests of their artists and songwriters, while UMG criticized TikTok for not addressing its obligations as a social platform. This move will impact TikTok users and their ability to use songs from top-tier talent in their videos.

Topics:entertainmentmusic-business#artists#licensing-deal#music-business#social-media#tiktok#universal-music-group
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  3. Universal Music Group Poised to Stop Licensing Music to TikTok  The Wall Street Journal
  4. Universal Music Group Warns It Will Pull Songs From TikTok After Deal Expiration  Variety
  5. Universal Music Accuses TikTok of Intimidation in Deal Talks  Bloomberg

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