Universal Music Group's AI Policy
Universal Music Group Chairman and CEO Sir Lucian Grainge has outlined the company's strategy for generative AI partnerships and product development in a comprehensive memo to UMG staff.
We will NOT license AI models that use an artist’s voice without their consent.
The memo addresses three core areas:
- UMG’s expanding portfolio of AI company agreements
- how artists can participate in AI opportunities
- the company’s public policy advocacy around responsible AI development
Grainge states that Universal is "playing a pioneering role in fostering AI’s enormous potential" and confirms that UMG is "very actively engaged with nearly a dozen different companies on significant new products and service plans".
Author's summary: UMG outlines AI policy and partnerships.