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AI-generated music channel sparks debate over training data and compensation

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A Mastodon user discovered a YouTube channel featuring niche music genres that they enjoyed, only to realize the music was entirely AI-generated. The AI was trained on existing bands without their consent or compensation, and the channel owner profits through Patreon, describing the AI-generated music as 'atmosphere creation' despite its potentially plagiaristic nature. AI

IMPACT Raises questions about the ethical implications of AI training data and artist compensation in the music industry.

RANK_REASON User commentary on AI-generated content and ethical concerns.

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AI-generated music channel sparks debate over training data and compensation

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Found a youtube channel with a lot of niche music genres I like, with songs I never heard before. Nice groove! Then realize everything is AI generated, trained

    Found a youtube channel with a lot of niche music genres I like, with songs I never heard before. Nice groove! Then realize everything is AI generated, trained on bands that for some would surely not want their music to be used like that. And, obviously, none of the bands are com…

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