by toni | Apr 11, 2025 | News
As a voice for performers and featured artists across Europe, we at the International Artist Organisation (IAO) are deeply concerned about UMG’s accelerating acquisition strategy — consolidating control over distribution, publishing, and artist services. This isn’t...
by toni | Mar 28, 2025 | News
A coalition of authors, performers, and other rightsholders across the EU’s cultural and creative sectors strongly opposes the third draft of the General-Purpose AI (GPAI) Code of Practice, arguing that it undermines the objectives of the AI Act, contravenes EU...
by toni | Mar 20, 2025 | News
IMARA is a new global umbrella organization exclusively for music performers, created to strengthen their rights and advocacy worldwide. IMARA focuses solely on music performers, ensuring a clearer, stronger voice in the digital economy and international negotiations....
by toni | Feb 27, 2025 | News
We have responded to the UK consultation on copyright and artificial intelligence. We argue that AI poses a serious threat to artists’ rights and that the proposed measures do not provide sufficient protection or fair compensation. Here is the essence of our response:...
by toni | Feb 18, 2025 | News
CCS letter on GenAI COP 17022025
by toni | Dec 13, 2024 | News
Today, IAO and 60 European music organizations welcome Commissioner Micallef and urge continued support for music as a driver of Europe’s diversity, culture, and economy. Music is one of the pillars of our culture, and the European music ecosystem exemplifies the dual...
