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1. Charles Goldstuck’s GoldState secures ‘significant’ Bridgepoint investment for growth equity fund targeting music companies

   A source close to the details told MBW: 'Charles is looking to deploy up to a billion dollars in growth equity capital over the next few years.'

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2. The Circuit Group launches indie artist and label services arm, Beat Switch

   Beat Switch Music Services has been operating quietly for the past 24 months, and now supports more than 20 independent labels.

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3. Suno: We’ve hit 2M paid subscribers and $300M annual revenue

   CEO and co-founder Mikey Shulman shared the figures this week, two years after the platform's launch

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4. ‘End Streaming Fraud.’

   The following MBW op/ed comes from Victoria Oakley, Chief Executive Officer of the IFPI, and Mitch Glazier, CEO of the RIAA

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5. Sony Group’s blueprint for AI music detection tech is promising. Here’s what it’s working on…

   MBW reacts to three research papers detailed by Sony AI.

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6. DOJ fires back at Live Nation’s ‘desperate’ bid to delay antitrust trial, says motion is legally barred

   The DOJ filed the opposition brief on Tuesday (February 24)

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7. ‘Our job is to bridge heritage and relevance without ever undermining what came before.’

   Sally Davies, Managing Director of Abbey Road, discusses the legendary studio's newest initiatives and technology - and the responsibility that comes with its unparalleled history...

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8. Miley Cyrus asks court to dismiss ‘Flowers’ copyright case, calling similarities to Bruno Mars hit ‘commonplace’ and unprotectable

   Cyrus’ lawyers pushed back on Tempo's claims including allegations of similar pitch sequences, and similarities in the lyrics' characters and plots.

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9. Grammy winner Shaboozey signs publishing deal with EMPIRE

   Agreement extends artist’s relationship with EMPIRE beyond recordings following breakout chart success

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10. Sacem secures ‘landmark’ agreement with UAE-based CMO, the Emirates Music Rights Association (EMRA)

    The deal is said to mark a "turning point" for the protection and fair remuneration of creators, authors, composers, and publishers in the UAE.

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