Universal Music Group Ends Agreement with TikTok, Pulls Catalog

The move affects music from artists like Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande, sparking debates over copyright and creator rights.

Universal Music Group (UMG) has terminated its licensing agreement with TikTok, removing its entire music catalog from the platform.
The decision was influenced by concerns over compensation, AI's impact on human artists, and user safety on TikTok.
TikTok responded by criticizing UMG for prioritizing 'greed over artists' interests,' despite reaching agreements with other labels.
The removal of UMG's music has led to muted videos of artists like Taylor Swift, impacting the platform's content and user experience.
Experts and users speculate on the long-term implications for TikTok's music content and the broader music industry.