# Spotify and Universal's AI Deal Explained

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Podcast: [Acquired AI](https://stenobird.com/podcast/acquired-ai-6751933)
Published: 2026-06-01T13:00:00+00:00
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In this episode, we discuss Spotify and Universal striking a deal around AI covers and remixes. We also look at how this could reshape music licensing, artist rights, and the way AI-generated songs spread across streaming platforms. Our AI Hustle Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle Get the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai Get the AI Chat Daily Newsletter: https://www.aichatdaily.com/newsletter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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