The Vancouver-born singer, who co-parents two kids with Elon Musk, tweeted that she would treat samples of artificial-intelligence versions of her voice the same as any other artist collaboration, noting she does not have a label or legal bindings. (The Logic)
Talking point: Her instructions to others to “feel free to use my voice without penalty” came as a response to streaming services removing “Heart on my Sleeve” earlier this month. The song claims to use AI versions of the voices of two Canadian singers, Drake and The Weeknd. Universal Music Group, which represents both artists, has been vocal in its opposition to AI-generated music, pushing streaming platforms to block AI services from sampling copyrighted songs. Music is just one of several industries where creators and publishers are reckoning with the threat and promise of AI.