TikTok's Music Catalog Crisis: Taylor Swift and Megastar Songs Pulled in Licensing Battle

Universal Music Group pulled songs by major artists like Taylor Swift and Drake from TikTok after failing to reach a new contract agreement, citing concerns over A.I.-generated music and royalty rates. This move has led to the removal of a vast catalog of music from the platform, affecting creators and users. The dispute highlights the ongoing tensions between music labels and digital platforms, and the impact it has on the music industry and its artists.