Universal Music Group to Remove Song Catalog from TikTok Due to Licensing Dispute
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Universal Music Group is set to remove its music catalog from TikTok due to failed negotiations over royalties, with the current licensing arrangement expiring on January 31. UMG accuses TikTok of underpaying artists and songwriters, citing a proposed payment rate significantly lower than other major social platforms. The label also criticizes TikTok for not adequately addressing copyright violations and AI-generated recordings using UMG properties. This move comes as TikTok expands its focus on music creation and curation, positioning its TikTok Music service as a competitor to Spotify and Apple Music.
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