Warner Music Group has resolved a legal conflict with Udio, a company developing music tools using artificial intelligence (AI).
The two parties have agreed to collaborate on a new platform that will use AI to help users make music. The service is scheduled to go live in 2026.
The new agreement includes a licensing deal that ensures all music used by Udio’s AI systems comes from legal sources. Warner Music explained that the platform will use models trained solely on officially licensed music.
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The service will work on a subscription basis. Users will be able to create remixes, covers, and original songs using vocals and compositions provided by artists and writers who choose to take part.
Speaking on the deal, Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl said the company is committed to protecting its talent and welcomed the steps Udio has taken to follow proper licensing rules.
He added that the agreement aligns with Warner’s goal of exploring new technology responsibly and offering fresh experiences for listeners.
Udio’s co-founder and CEO, Andrew Sanchez, said the upcoming platform will let fans participate in making music alongside the artists they admire while maintaining artist control.
Meanwhile, Paul McCartney recently added his voice to protests in the music industry over AI companies using artists’ work without permission or compensation. How? Read the full story.
