Why should I, as a songwriter, allow my works to be included in STIM’s AI license at this stage?

Many AI services today use copyright-protected music without permission and do not pay any compensation to those who created it. At the same time, these services generate music that can compete with the original works.  

If this is allowed to continue over time, it risks undermining the statutory rights and income opportunities of songwriters and music publishers. STIM is therefore working with many other stakeholders in the industry to introduce sustainable solutions in the market.  

A key tool is licensing, to ensure reasonable remuneration and to regulate how music generated via AI services may be used, while also showing both the market and lawmakers that a constructive path forward exists. 

As an affiliated rightsholder, you can therefore help support solutions that combine technological development with strong copyright protection by participating in the AI license.