Musician arrested for using bots to generate over $10 million in streaming revenue
Michael Smith has been indicted for allegedly using bots to generate over $10 million in streaming royalties by creating AI-generated songs and employing up to 10,000 bot accounts to boost streaming numbers. This case raises significant ethical and legal concerns within the music industry regarding the use of AI and the manipulation of streaming platforms, prompting calls for stricter regulations and enhanced monitoring to prevent similar schemes in the future.
Published on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 5:53 AM
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