News and Press Releases

AUTODIA General Assembly: New Board of Directors & Supervisory Board

Wednesday, 30 September 2026

The Extraordinary General Assembly of Members of AUTODIA -the Greek Collective Management Organization of music copyright- was held with great success and impressive participation from composers, lyricists, music publishers, and other rightsholders. 2022-2025 Review: 120% increase in the Society’s revenue Distribution of €80.6 Μ in royalties to creators since 2018

Australia Promotes Stricter Framework for AI and Resource Consumption

Focus on Copyright Protection, OpenAI Pressures, and the Role of CMOs

Tuesday, 22 September 2026

Australia is officially on a path of continuous regulatory reforms, with new proposals to limit natural resource consumption by AI data centers following statements by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on protecting the creative works of Australian creators.

Spotify Premium: The New Agreement with Kobalt Transforming the Remix Landscape

How Users Themselves Are Legally Becoming Remix Creators Using the Music Platform's New AI Tool

Sunday, 20 September 2026

Entering a new era, the music industry is enabling listeners to move beyond their passive observer role and join the creative process as active contributors.  

"We Sing Together": Leading artists join forces for the people of the music community.

Major solidarity Concert to support the "Nikos Antypas" Relief Fund

Saturday, 19 September 2026

There are evenings when music is not content with merely being heard. It becomes an act -an occasion for connection, solidarity, and support. Driven by this vision, AUTODIA -the Collective Management Organization of music authors and rightsholders- is organizing the major concert "We Sing Together" (Tragoudame Mazi), on Wednesday, 18/11/2026, at 20:00 at the Telekom Center Athens, promising a special musical evening featuring prominent and beloved figures of the Greek music scene.

Update on the Law 5324/2026 and the new provisions for copyright and related rights

Thursday, 06 August 2026

Our Organization welcomes the new Law 5324/2026 (Government Gazette Issue A' 121/30.7.2026) introducing important provisions for copyright and related rights that give the green light for the distribution of AEPI royalties to their rightsholders.

Landmark decision: GEMA’s wins copyright lawsuit against Suno

Technology as a partner, not as an unfair competitor

Tuesday, 04 August 2026

The judicial authorities in Munich have rejected Suno's claims, issuing a decisive ruling for the enforcement of copyright and the continued protection of creators in the age of Generative AI. The court ruled in favor of the German CMO (GEMA), dismissing Suno's arguments to date.

Strong presence of AUTODIA at the Society Publishers Forum 2026

Copenhagen, Denmark

Wednesday, 29 July 2026

With a focus on the future of music copyright and global cooperation for more efficient management, the annual meeting of the Society Publishers Forum (SPF) took place in Copenhagen from June 22 to 24. The three-day discussions centered on key issues regarding transparency and the modernization of the music industry.

“EUROPE FOR CULTURE”: Europe’s creative future at the forefront

New political commitment to culture

Tuesday, 28 July 2026

The new Joint Declaration on culture in Europe brings together the three EU institutions—the European Parliament, the Council of the EU, and the European Commission—which co-sign “Europe for Culture – Culture for Europe”, placing the future of European culture at the top of their priorities.

Anthropic's $1.5 Billion Settlement with Authors and Rightsholders

3.000 dollars per pirated book

Thursday, 23 July 2026

The company entered into a historic out-of-court settlement of $1.5 billion as compensation for the pirated use of many literary works.  Andrea Bartz, Charles Graeber, and Kirk Wallace Johnson are the three authors who initiated the case in 2024, bringing it to light as one of the largest intellectual property cases in recent years. 

AUTODIA: Economic growth, technological upgrading & social benefits for its members

Wednesday, 08 July 2026

AUTODIA is entering a new era of rapid growth driven by cutting-edge technologies and a new social program for music creators. This initiative includes comprehensive support through the Members' Assistance Fund, as well as healthcare and occupational pension schemes. Dedicated to continuously upgrading member services and benefits, AUTODIA is leveraging innovative tools and opportunities to implement a strategic plan that secures its future in the era of AI.

AgoraEU: A New Program with Enhanced Funding for European Culture

Tuesday, 07 July 2026

The European Commission is repositioning its priorities in the fields of culture, creative production, and democratic values through its official proposal for the AgoraEU (2028-2034) programme. This initiative involves the merger of two flagship programs, "Creative Europe" and "CERV" (Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values)

Björn Ulvaeus - 100 Years of CISAC: Music as a Testimony of Life

Thursday, 02 July 2026

"Human creativity is not merely an expression; it's a testimony to a life lived. " With these words, CISAC President Björn Ulvaeus concluded his speech marking the centenary of the CISAC. Although the issue of AI dominated Ulvaeus’s address, it was not the ultimate focus of his remarks, but rather the starting point for a deeper reflection.