Major Record Labels File Landmark Lawsuits Against AI Music Generators Suno and Udio

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), alongside major record labels such as Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Records, has filed lawsuits against AI startups Suno and Udio for allegedly using copyrighted music without permission to train their generative AI models. These lawsuits suggest that the AI-generated music can replicate famous tracks and vocal styles, leading to substantial copyright infringement claims. The RIAA is seeking statutory damages up to $150,000 per song for the unauthorized use. Both companies have been evasive about the sources of their training data, further complicating their defense. This legal action underscores the broader ethical and legal challenges AI companies face as they navigate the use of copyrighted materials in training datasets.