Deezer Faces Surge in AI Music and Copyright Suits

Deezer, a French music streaming platform, reports that over 20,000 fully AI-generated tracks are uploaded daily, accounting for about 18% of new music submissions since January 2025. This rapid growth, fueled by accessible tools such as Suno and Udio, has led to lawsuits from major music labels against AI music startups over alleged unauthorized use of copyrighted material. In response, Deezer has launched an AI detection tool that flags and excludes fully AI-generated tracks from recommendations and editorial playlists, though users can still access them if desired. The tool currently targets output from leading AI music models but does not detect partially AI-generated works, potentially underestimating the true volume of AI-driven content. Deezer's approach is among the most proactive in the industry, aiming to balance innovation with artists' rights and compensation. The wider debate over AI in the creative sector continues, with concerns about copyright, fair compensation, and the future role of human creators.