JASRAC Clarifies Policy: No Copyright Management for Fully AI-Generated Music

The Japanese Society for Rights of Authors, Composers and Publishers (JASRAC) has officially stated that it will not manage copyrights for music generated entirely by Artificial Intelligence. However, the organization noted a significant exception: works involving human collaboration, such as AI-composed music with human-written lyrics, may still fall under their management and protection. This move marks a pivotal moment for the Japanese entertainment industry, including anime and video games, as creators grapple with the integration of AI tools. By setting these boundaries, JASRAC aims to protect human authorship while navigating the legal complexities of modern hybrid compositions, a decision that will likely influence how future soundtracks are produced and licensed.