Platform T&C Scrutiny
Platform T&C Scrutiny in the music industry refers to the critical examination of the terms and conditions imposed by digital music platforms on artists and other stakeholders. This theme encompasses concerns regarding fair compensation, intellectual property rights, data ownership, and the overall impact of these agreements on creators. It often involves discussions around transparency, equitable revenue distribution, and the power imbalance between major platforms and independent artists¹.
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Updated:
Sep 26, 2025
Platform T&C Scrutiny
Platform T&C Scrutiny in the music industry refers to the critical examination of the terms and conditions imposed by digital music platforms on artists and other stakeholders. This theme encompasses concerns regarding fair compensation, intellectual property rights, data ownership, and the overall impact of these agreements on creators. It often involves discussions around transparency, equitable revenue distribution, and the power imbalance between major platforms and independent artists¹.
Sources
Updated:
Sep 26, 2025
Platform T&C Scrutiny
Platform T&C Scrutiny in the music industry refers to the critical examination of the terms and conditions imposed by digital music platforms on artists and other stakeholders. This theme encompasses concerns regarding fair compensation, intellectual property rights, data ownership, and the overall impact of these agreements on creators. It often involves discussions around transparency, equitable revenue distribution, and the power imbalance between major platforms and independent artists¹.
Sources
Updated:
Sep 26, 2025
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