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SoundPatrol, a research lab specializing in neural fingerprinting, collaborates with Universal Music Group and Sony Music to address copyright issues in AI-generated music.
Their patented forensic AI model identifies the influence of original human-created music in AI-generated content, ensuring fair compensation for artists.
Neural fingerprinting surpasses traditional methods by analyzing musical semantics, enabling real-time copyright detection across streaming platforms.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

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* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.