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Aug 26, 2025
Discover the buzz around Netflix's innovative K-pop campaign and YouTube Music's anniversary challenges. Dive into ethical dilemmas of AI in content creation as YouTube grapples with unauthorized edits. Explore the intersection of legislation and technology in music, featuring Gorillaz making waves at a Fortnite festival. Engage with the ongoing debates about AI's role in the industry and the connections between tech investment and legislative influence.
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Netflix Crushed Theaters With K-Pop Event
- Netflix staged a sing-along K-pop film stunt that dominated theaters and music conversation.
- The company then added the sing-along version to its streaming service to extend the event's reach.
YouTube Music's Big Reach, Small Mindshare
- YouTube Music has product and community features but still lacks the market mindshare of Spotify and Apple Music.
- Deep pockets and bundling haven't translated into dominant consumer awareness.
YouTube Edited Creator Videos Without Consent
- YouTube applied AI edits to creators' uploads without notifying them, as Rick Beato discovered.
- Murray framed this as a violation of creators' control and a risky self-own by the platform.