Universal Music Group has sued Believe SA for $500 million, claiming copyright infringement.

Universal Music Group (UMG), along with ABKCO and Concord Music Group, has filed a $500 million lawsuit against French label Believe SA and its subsidiary TuneCore, accusing them of copyright infringement. UMG alleges that Believe has profited from distributing altered versions of popular songs under misspelled artist names. Believe denies the allegations and plans to contest the lawsuit, which highlights ongoing piracy issues in the music industry.

November 05, 2024
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