DistroKid Removes Tracks Amid UMG AI Copyright Dispute

DistroKid has removed a small number of songs from its platform after Universal Music Group filed a lawsuit alleging the distributor facilitated AI-generated, copyright-infringing content. This action has raised concerns among independent musicians, some of whom claim their legitimate, non-AI-generated tracks were mistakenly affected. The situation highlights growing industry tensions regarding AI and intellectual property rights.