The world's largest union representing instrumental musicians filed a lawsuit against major record labels including Warner Music and Universal Music over AI licensing practices. Union leaders argue that companies are using or licensing musicians' performances for AI-related purposes without sufficient consent, compensation, or protections. The case highlights growing labor concerns about how artificial intelligence could affect creative workers and reshape compensation systems in the entertainment industry.
See "Musicians union sues major record labels over AI licensing", Blake Brittain, Reuters, June 5, 2026