AI & Streaming Fraud: Deezer says fully AI-generated tracks now make up over half of new uploads on peak days, with nearly 90,000 synthetic songs arriving daily in June—while warning that up to 85% of AI-related streams can involve fraudulent listening meant to inflate plays and divert royalties. Major Label/AI Labor Fight: The musicians’ union AFM urged a New York court to keep its lawsuit against Universal and Warner alive over Suno and Udio licensing, arguing “new use” terms require payments to performers. Platform Updates: Instagram rolled out “Replace Audio,” letting users swap music on existing posts without reuploading or losing engagement; Spotify also launched its first global music video chart. Apple Music Price Hike: Apple Music raised subscription fees in multiple regions, citing rising licensing costs. Orchestral Crossover: St. Vincent is leaning into orchestral collaborations on a summer tour with major symphonies. Live Music Tech: Gov’t Mule’s Keuka Lake show will be paired with a drone display right after the set. Chart Moments: Future’s The Real Me debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200; Burna Boy becomes the first male artiste to top Spotify’s Global Music Video Chart with “Dai Dai.” Community & Culture: Ghana’s “This Is Music Business” seminar brought industry training to creatives, while local festivals and concerts keep rolling out worldwide.