Singer Grimes says AI can use her voice for songs / Photo: Angela WEISS - AFP
-
'Alarming deterioration' of US press freedom under Trump, says RSF
-
Hard right makes early gains as local polls test UK's main parties
-
China says open to US trade talks offer but wants tariffs scrapped
-
Climate change takes spice from Indonesia clove farms
-
Bruised Real Madrid must stay in title fight against Celta
-
Top-five race heats up as Saints try to avoid unwanted history
-
Asian stocks gain after China teases US tariff talks
-
South Korea former PM launches presidential bid
-
Mueller eyes one final title as Bayern exit draws near
-
Canelo aims to land knockout blow against Scull in Saudi debut
-
Lions hopefuls get one last chance to shine with Champions Cup semis
-
Trump vs Toyota? Why US cars are a rare sight in Japan
-
Ryu, Ariya shake off major letdowns to start strong in Utah
-
Sean 'Diddy' Combs: the rap mogul facing life in prison
-
Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex crimes trial to begin Monday
-
Backyard barnyard: rising egg prices prompt hen hires in US
-
Trinidad leader sworn in, vows fresh start for violence-weary state
-
US veteran convicted of quadruple murder executed in Florida
-
UK comedian Russell Brand due in court on rape charges
-
Tokyo's tariff envoy says US talks 'constructive'
-
Ledecky out-duels McIntosh in sizzing 400m free
-
Scheffler grabs PGA lead with sizzling 61 at CJ Cup Byron Nelson
-
'Divine dreams' and 38 virgins at Trump prayer event
-
Apple expects $900 mn tariff hit, US iPhone supply shifts to India
-
Lakers prepare for offseason rebuild after playoff exit
-
'Natural' for stars like Maguire to deliver now: Man Utd's Amorim
-
EU preparing new sanctions on Russia, French minister tells AFP
-
Apple expects $900 mn tariff hit as shifts US iPhone supply to India
-
US to end shipping loophole for Chinese goods Friday
-
Forest's Champions League dreams hit by Brentford defeat
-
Norris and Piastri taking championship battle in their stride
-
Chelsea close in on UEFA Conference League final with win at Djurgarden
-
Spurs take control in Europa semi against Bodo/Glimt
-
Man Utd seize control of Europa League semi against 10-man Bilbao
-
With minerals deal, Ukraine finds way to secure Trump support
-
Amazon revenue climbs 9%, but outlook sends shares lower
-
Trump axes NSA Waltz after chat group scandal
-
Forest Champions League dreams hit after Brentford defeat
-
'Resilient' Warriors aim to close out Rockets in bruising NBA playoff series
-
US expects Iran talks but Trump presses sanctions
-
Baffert returns to Kentucky Derby, Journalism clear favorite
-
Top Trump security official replaced after chat group scandal
-
Masked protesters attack Socialists at France May Day rally
-
Mumbai eliminate Rajasthan from IPL playoff race with bruising win
-
McDonald's profits hit by weakness in US market
-
Rio goes Gaga for US singer ahead of free concert
-
New research reveals where N. American bird populations are crashing
-
Verstappen late to Miami GP as awaits birth of child
-
Zelensky says minerals deal with US 'truly equal'
-
Weinstein lawyer says accuser sought payday from complaint
NYSE - LSE
| CMSC | 0.09% | 22.03 | $ | |
| RBGPF | 100% | 67.21 | $ | |
| RYCEF | -0.99% | 10.12 | $ | |
| VOD | -0.31% | 9.73 | $ | |
| NGG | -1.88% | 71.65 | $ | |
| SCS | -0.51% | 9.87 | $ | |
| BTI | -0.58% | 43.3 | $ | |
| GSK | -2.84% | 38.75 | $ | |
| AZN | -1.82% | 70.51 | $ | |
| RIO | -1.45% | 58.55 | $ | |
| CMSD | -0.18% | 22.26 | $ | |
| RELX | -1.02% | 54.08 | $ | |
| JRI | 0.77% | 13.01 | $ | |
| BCC | -0.61% | 92.71 | $ | |
| BP | 1.51% | 27.88 | $ | |
| BCE | -3.78% | 21.44 | $ |
Singer Grimes says AI can use her voice for songs
Canadian singer Grimes put the word out Monday that she is fine with her voice being used for AI-generated songs, as long as she gets half the royalties.
The 35-year-old songwriter, producer and performer said in an Instagram post that she would treat an artificial intelligence hit using her voice as she would a collaboration with any artist.
"Fee free to use my voice without penalty," Grimes said in a post on her verified Instagram account.
"I'll split 50 percent royalties on any successful AI generated song that uses my voice."
Grimes added that she has no obligations to a recording label so can uphold the offer.
The singer's post contained a reference to news about AI being used to imitate Canadian singers Drake and The Weeknd.
The viral song released last Friday, "Heart On My Sleeve" was briefly available on platforms including Spotify and Apple Music before Universal Music Group -- which publishes both artists through a subsidiary -- said it violated copyrights and asked for its removal.
The use of AI in music is the subject of debate in the industry, with some denouncing copyright abuses and others praising its prowess.
Steadily improving generative AI from OpenAI has fueled debate about whether the software respects intellectual property.
Grimes is a former partner of Tesla chief Elon Musk, with whom she had two children, including one by surrogate mother.
Musk has called AI a threat to humanity while simultaneously investing in the technology.
C.Garcia--AMWN
