Meta, Universal Music Group Take Aim at AI Content in Expanded Licensing Deal

Group 1 - Meta and Universal Music Group (UMG) have expanded their global music licensing deal to include WhatsApp for the first time [1][2][4] - The partnership aims to create business opportunities for artists and songwriters across Meta platforms, including Facebook and Instagram [2][3] - The companies are committed to combating unauthorized AI-generated content to ensure fair compensation for artists and songwriters [1][3] Group 2 - UMG's Chief Digital Officer emphasized the importance of respecting human creativity and protecting artists' rights in the face of AI challenges [3] - The original partnership began in 2017, making UMG the first major music company to license its catalog across Meta platforms [3][4] - The collaboration has allowed artists to explore new channels, including virtual reality environments through Meta Quest devices [4]