UK News Daily UK Creatives Demand AI Copyright Protection, Musicians Release Silent Album Protest, Ofgem Announces Energy Price Hike, India UK Resume Trade Talks, and more...
Feb 25, 2025
UK creatives are banding together to demand copyright protection against AI exploitation, highlighting the urgent need for legislation. In a bold protest, over 1,000 musicians have released a silent album, making a powerful statement about their rights. Meanwhile, Ofgem has announced a significant energy price hike, putting more pressure on households. On the international front, India and the UK are resuming trade talks amid global tensions. Additionally, safety concerns are rising over popular weight loss medications, prompting calls for stricter regulation.
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AI Copyright Battle
- UK creative industries are fighting against AI's use of copyrighted work without consent.
- Musicians released a silent album, and creatives signed a letter supporting copyright protection.
Silent Protest
- Over 1,000 musicians, including Kate Bush, released a silent album titled "Is This What We Want?".
- This protests proposed laws allowing AI to use music without consent, unless artists opt out.
Energy Price Hike
- Ofgem announced an £111 energy price cap increase, impacting 22 million customers.
- This rise is due to colder weather, reduced gas storage, and increased wholesale prices.