Overview
- Universal Music Group and Udio said they resolved their copyright dispute through an amicable settlement with no financial terms disclosed.
- The companies announced a 2026 launch for a subscription service on Udio that will let users personalize, stream, and share AI‑generated tracks.
- Both firms stated the platform will be trained on authorized, licensed music rather than unlicensed datasets.
- The agreement follows industry legal actions since 2024, including an RIAA suit against Udio and Suno, as publishers press for transparency and remuneration.
- UMG also revealed a separate partnership with Stability AI to develop new music‑creation tools.