
Defrauding Big Tech
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Fraud and Innovation in Digital Music
This chapter investigates the challenges and ethical concerns surrounding music consumption in the streaming era. It highlights the story of Michael Smith, a musician who manipulated streaming platforms by creating fraudulent accounts to inflate his music's popularity, and discusses significant cases of fraud involving fake bands and AI-generated songs. The conversation raises important questions about the impact of technology on authenticity, artist compensation, and the integrity of the music industry.
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