Sony Music Requests Removal of Over 260,000 AI Deepfake Tracks

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Published: 2026-10-05
Category: entertainment
Source: Music Business Worldwide
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Sony Music has escalated its efforts against unauthorized AI-generated music, asking digital platforms to remove more than 260,000 AI deepfake tracks. These tracks imitate artists like Harry Styles and Adele, with the current number of takedown requests nearly doubling that from six months prior. This highlights the growing challenge of protecting artist rights and intellectual property in the evolving music industry landscape.

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