Source: The Verge
Summary
Deezer, a global music streaming service, has introduced a new feature that allows fans to remix songs using AI technology. The company is taking a cautious approach to AI, despite this new feature. According to Deezer, the feature is designed to help artists and fans engage with music in a more creative way.
Our Reading
The launch follows a familiar script.
Deezer’s AI-powered remix feature sounds like a rehash of existing technology. The company claims it’s a new way for fans to engage with music, but isn’t this just a fancy version of GarageBand? The “AI-powered” label is starting to feel like a marketing buzzword. Deezer’s cautious approach to AI is ironic, given that it’s now using the technology to let fans remix songs. Because what could possibly go wrong with user-generated content?
Author: Evan Null
