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Sensemaker: FlowGPT vs Bad Bunny and the rise of AI-generated music

Jul 30, 2024
Bad Bunny, a leading reggaeton artist, discusses the rise of AI-generated music and its implications for the music industry. He shares insights on how his voice has been used in unauthorized tracks and the legal challenges that accompany this new trend. The conversation dives into the innovative project Flow GPT, which explores the fusion of AI and music creation. Bad Bunny also highlights the ethical dilemmas of originality versus plagiarism in a world where machines can replicate iconic artists, raising vital questions about consent and copyright.
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  • AI-generated music is challenging traditional notions of authenticity, as artists like Bad Bunny faced unauthorized use of their voices.
  • The rapid rise of AI in music is prompting urgent legal debates over copyright and artist rights that lawmakers struggle to address.

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The Rise of AI-Generated Music

AI-generated music is transforming the landscape of the music industry, raising questions about authenticity and artist rights. The case of a reggaeton track featuring clones of Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee, and Justin Bieber stirred controversy after the artists involved were unaware of the song's creation. This track, produced using artificial intelligence, generated significant attention on platforms like TikTok and Spotify, leading to mixed reactions among fans and artists alike. While some enthusiasts celebrated the innovation, others, including Bad Bunny, criticized the use of their voices without permission, labeling it as plagiarism and sparking a debate about the ethical implications of AI in music.

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