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Universal music and TikTok licensing dispute

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In a recent development, Universal Music Group (UMG) and TikTok have hit a roadblock in their licensing negotiations, raising concerns about the availability of UMG’s extensive music catalog on the popular social media platform.

The situation took a serious turn as a UMG spokesperson declared that if an agreement isn’t reached by Wednesday, all UMG songs will be removed from TikTok once the existing deal expires. This potential removal would affect the vast array of songs from UMG artists, impacting the music experience for millions of TikTok users.

UMG, in a strongly-worded letter, accused TikTok of attempting to establish a music-based business without adequately compensating for the use of UMG’s music. The music label expressed dissatisfaction with TikTok’s proposed payment rates for artists and songwriters, deeming them a “fraction” of what other major social platforms offer for similar services.

In response, TikTok countered UMG’s claims, labelling them as “false” and asserting that UMG’s actions are not aligned with the best interests of artists, songwriters, and the platform’s user base. This dispute sheds light on the ongoing tension between content creators, music labels, and social media platforms over fair compensation for the use of copyrighted material.

As the deadline approaches, users and industry observers alike are closely watching the negotiations between UMG and TikTok, anticipating the resolution of this dispute and the potential impact on the future collaboration between music labels and social media platforms.

 

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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.


In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.


Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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Trump eyes Middle East visit as Gaza ceasefire talks advance

Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.

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Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.


President Trump may visit the Middle East this weekend as Jared Kushner and envoy Steve Witkoff push for a Gaza ceasefire.

Recent Egypt talks and cooperation from Israel and Hamas raise hopes for a deal, with Turkey confirming progress.

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