AI, NIL, and Zero Trust Authenticity

The value of music and content in the age of AI and streaming platforms.

Key points:

1. The value of music lies in the artist's name, image, and likeness, rather than the intrinsic musical value.
2. Streaming platforms like Spotify rely on the number of streams and subscribers for revenue, which means per-stream payments may seem low.
3. Competition in the music streaming industry makes it difficult for new artists to break through, leading to the success of established artists like Drake.
4. Record labels are concerned about AI-generated music and are taking measures to protect their copyrighted songs.
5. The future of content authenticity lies in a zero-trust approach, where verification and attribution become crucial for determining the value of content.