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1. Tuned Global launches streaming manipulation detection tool aimed at rightsholders and DSPs

   As streaming fraud concerns grow, platforms move toward built-in detection systems

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2. After Apple Music, Amazon Music taps Bandsintown to surface concert listings and ticket links on artist profiles

   Tour dates posted on Bandsintown for Artists will automatically show on Amazon Music profiles, with fans directed to Bandsintown to purchase tickets.

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3. Bella Figura Music acquires Paul Epworth publishing catalog, including work with Adele, Florence + The Machine and more

   Alexi Cory-Smith's UK-based music rights company says it has more than $200 million in music rights under ownership and management.

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4. EMPIRE strikes strategic partnership with Bollywood powerhouse Zee Music to ‘expand Indian music’s footprint worldwide’

   Deal arrives amid continued global interest in India's music market

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5. AI And Music Publishing Licensing – How Do We Get There?

   The following MBW op/ed comes from Monica Corton, a veteran music publisher of over three decades.

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6. Create Music Group forms joint venture with Jonnyshipes’ GoodTalk

   The joint venture will employ a 'co-release model,' pairing Create's global infrastructure with GoodTalk's 'selective, development-first approach.'

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7. Sam Hu named Managing Director at Universal Music China

   Hu previously held senior roles at UMGC rivals Sony Music Entertainment China and Warner Music China, as well as at domestic player Taihe Music Group.

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8. Warner Chappell launches in India; Jay Mehta to lead recorded music and publishing for WMG in India & neighboring South Asian markets

   The new WCM India division will provide songwriters with exclusive access to the wider WMG’s studios within its Mumbai headquarters.

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9. Soccer legend Ronaldinho launches Tu Música record label in partnership with Brazil’s Sua Música Group

   New venture, led alongside executives from Sua Música Group and ASJ, plans World Cup-themed debut project.

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10. Bang Si-hyuk, Chair of BTS company HYBE, faces arrest warrant bid from Seoul police in IPO probe (report)

    Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency's Commissioner Park Jung-bo told reporters the investigation was "essentially complete."

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