North Carolina musician Michael Smith received 18 months in prison and must forfeit $8 million tied to bot-generated music streams.
US Man Given Prison Sentence For Bot-farming Music Streams
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Olivia Rodrigo On Using AI In Her Music: “Absolutely No”
Olivia Rodrigo told The Hollywood Reporter she would not use AI in her music, describing it as a “hard line” after trying ChatGPT for song-title ideas.
New York AG Sues Evolutions Festival Over Unrefunded Tickets
Letitia James seeks refunds and penalties over ticket and vendor payments for Evolutions Festival’s canceled 2025 event.
Fender Surges In Global Coverage
Search interest and media mentions of Fender have sharply increased, with 13 mentions in recent reports, indicating a significant spike in global attention.
Retooled 60 Minutes Suffers Viewership Decline In Season Premiere
The revamped season of 60 Minutes experienced a decline in viewers during its debut, marking a notable shift for the long-running program.
Judge Judy Retiring From The TV Bench This October
Legendary TV judge Judy Sheindlin announced her retirement set for October, ending her decades-long run on daytime television. Details are still emerging.
Duane Davis Found Guilty Of Tupac Shakur’s Murder
Duane Davis has been convicted of involvement in Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder, marking a major development in the case after decades of investigation.
Warner Bros Surges In Global Coverage
Warner Bros has experienced a notable increase in global media mentions, with 57 mentions in a recent window, indicating heightened media attention.
New Zealand Lost Its Music Media, And What We’re Building To Replace It
New Zealand has lost its traditional music media outlets. This article explores what is being built to fill the gap and why it matters.
How Hollywood Stopped Making Movies In Hollywood
Major studios have halted movie production in Hollywood, shifting filming to other locations amid rising costs and logistical challenges.
