Musician Sentenced to Prison for AI Streaming Fraud
A North Carolina musician received an 18-month prison sentence for using automated bots to generate over $10 million in streaming royalties.
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October 2026
September 2026
How a Journalist Hijacked a Real Artist's Spotify With AI Music
A journalist easily hijacked a real punk band's Spotify page to publish AI-generated music by exploiting distribution loopholes.
February 2026
Google Gemini Unleashes Lyria 3: AI Music for the Masses
Google's latest AI music model, Lyria 3, lands in Gemini, opening up AI-powered music creation to a wider audience. Expect instant tunes and AI-generated album art.
