Tidal to Demonetize 100-Percent AI-Generated Music Starting July 15

Tidal will demonetize any music identified as 100 percent AI-generated and attach a tag to such tracks, Engadget reported. The policy takes effect July 15. The streaming service said its priority is ensuring royalties go to original works directly produced, written, and performed by people.

It will allow AI-assisted tracks on the platform but plans to expand the tag to substantially AI-generated material once detection tools improve. Tidal stated it will not tolerate AI-generated music that exploits an individual's or group's music, name or likeness, deceives listeners, or diminishes service quality.

Fraudulent activity such as suspicious streaming or upload patterns will also be barred.

Deezer reported earlier this year that AI-generated songs accounted for almost half of daily uploads on its service, though it allows only a small percentage and demonetizes most of those streams. Spotify has introduced a Verified by Spotify badge that excludes AI-generated music or personas.