# Sony Sues Udio's AI Music Generator Over Copyright Infringement Allegations of infringement involving over 30,000 songs - **Source:** [The Verge (theverge.com)](https://www.theverge.com) - **Published:** 2026-07-20 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/5a117fe0-08ec-44c7-b407-c683e5511349 ## Introduction Sony Music Entertainment has filed a lawsuit against AI music generator Udio, alleging copyright infringement. The lawsuit claims over 30,000 songs, from Elvis Presley to Beyoncé, were used without permission. ## Songs in Question The lawsuit includes popular tracks like Harry Styles' 'As It Was' and Beyoncé's 'Say My Name,' which Udio allegedly used to train its AI models. ## Legal Process Sony identified additional songs using an 'audio fingerprinting' technique after accessing Udio's training data. However, the court limited the number of songs added to the case. ## AI and the Music Industry The music industry is beginning to embrace AI technology. Companies like Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group have partnered with Udio, investing in this emerging field. ## Sony's Demands Sony is seeking to block Udio from using its works and demanding up to $150,000 in damages per infringement. The scope of the lawsuit could be expanded. ## Conclusion and Significance This lawsuit highlights the impact of AI technology on copyright and the transformation of the music industry. Sony's move could shift the balance in the sector. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.theverge.com/tech/968375/sony-udio-lawsuit-songs-ai-copyright — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._