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Spotify chief defends AI-generated music

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek defended the company's use of artificial intelligence in music creation, arguing that AI tools can enhance human creativity rather than replace artists. Ek stated that Spotify will continue to embrace AI-generated content while maintaining policies against copyright infringement and platform manipulation. The comments come amid growing industry debate over AI's role in music production and its potential impact on artists' livelihoods.

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