One in five tracks created by AI: Deezer wants to curb the invasion on its platform

If artificial intelligence had until now spared audio streaming platforms, it was in reality only a simple impression... Indeed, a study published by Deezer a few days ago highlights some worrying figures.

3,600 new tracks produced by AI every day

Of the 20,000 new tracks published every day on the audio platform, 18% are said to be the result of artificial intelligence, or 3,600 tracks. At the beginning of the year, the platform estimated that this figure was only 10%, and fears seeing an increase in the coming months.

Although Spotify, its main competitor, sees no problem with artists using artificial intelligence, Deezer sees the situation differently. Beyond from a fear of seeing poor quality music appear that could drive away users, Deezer's fears also concern legal uses...

A legal uncertainty surrounding musical creation

In recent weeks, the latest advances in artificial intelligence have continued to raise questions about copyright. With the arrival of ChatGPT 4o which already allowed Despite the fact that users are encouraged to attribute the style of Studio Ghibli or other creators, many artists have taken a stand to oppose this trend.

Aurélien Hérault, Chief Innovation Officer at Deezer, does not view certain uses of artificial intelligence very favorably. In a press release dated April 16, while he acknowledges that AI allows artists to flourish, he also fears seeing abuses on the platform.

Reliable detection at 100%

By wanting to take the lead, and while neither Spotify, Apple Music, nor Amazon Music have reacted, Deezer intends to set a standard in the music industry.

The only exception is Spotify CEO Daniel Ek, who has stated that he wants to take action on AI-generated works that imitate certain artists, without giving further details.

To date, Deezer is the only streaming platform that has agreed to sign the AI training statement. This manifesto, which aims to protecting artists from the excesses of AI, is still in its infancy with only 50,000 signatories to date.

According to Deezer, the detection tool developed by the platform would be capable of detecting 100% of tracks generated through artificial intelligence. To achieve this, Deezer announces that it has focused on examples of music generated with the best AI on the market, such as Suno or Udio.