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AI: Stay true to the Act

AI: Stay true to the Act

The third draft of the GPAI Code of Practice undermines the objectives of the AI Act, contravenes EU law and ignores the intention of the EU legislator – we cannot support it.

European Commission’s new study on contractual practices

European Commission’s new study on contractual practices

We are proud to ascertain that the European Commission’s new study on contractual practices affecting authors and performers makes multiple references to Streams and Dreams Part 2, IAO’s groundbreaking report on the realities artists face in the streaming economy....

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AI: Stay true to the Act

AI: Stay true to the Act

The third draft of the GPAI Code of Practice undermines the objectives of the AI Act, contravenes EU law and ignores the intention of the EU legislator – we cannot support it.

European Commission’s new study on contractual practices

European Commission’s new study on contractual practices

We are proud to ascertain that the European Commission’s new study on contractual practices affecting authors and performers makes multiple references to Streams and Dreams Part 2, IAO’s groundbreaking report on the realities artists face in the streaming economy....

IAO warns about UMG acquisition strategy threatening diversity

IAO warns about UMG acquisition strategy threatening diversity

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...

IMARA: A New Global Voice for Performers

IMARA: A New Global Voice for Performers

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....

IAO’s Response to the UK IPO AI Consultation

IAO’s Response to the UK IPO AI Consultation

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:...

IAO Welcomes Commissioner Micallef!

IAO Welcomes Commissioner Micallef!

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...

Level the Playing Field for European Artists!

Level the Playing Field for European Artists!

European artists face unfair financial burdens when touring, losing money due to discriminatory withholding taxes—while US artists enjoy generous exemptions. IAO joins forces with EMMA, IMPALA, FIM, EMEE, Live DMA, and Liveurope to call on the EU to overhaul outdated...