At a Glance
- Deezer’s new AI detection tool flags fully AI-generated tracks and removes them from recommendations and royalties.
- The tool processes 60,000 tracks daily, flagging 13.4 million songs and labeling 85 % of AI-generated streams as fraudulent.
- Major labels and streaming services are already testing the technology.
- Why it matters: The move could curb AI-driven streaming fraud and protect human artists’ earnings.
Deezer’s new AI detection tool is now available to other streaming platforms, a step the company says will help address the rise of AI-generated music and fraudulent streams while promoting transparency in the industry.
Deezer’s AI Detection Tool
Deezer’s tool can identify every AI-generated track from major generative models such as Suno and Udio with an accuracy of 99.8%, according to a company spokesperson.
The service now receives 60,000 AI tracks per day, totaling 13.4 million AI-detected songs. In comparison, in June of last year, fully AI-generated music made up 18 % of daily uploads, surpassing 20,000 tracks.
When a track is flagged, Deezer excludes it from algorithmic and editorial recommendations, demonetizes it, and removes it from the royalty pool. The company says the goal is to fairly compensate musicians and songwriters.
Deezer CEO Alexis Lanternier said there has been “great interest” in the tool, and several companies have “already performed successful tests.” One such company is Sacem, the French management company that represents over 300,000 music creators and publishers, including David Guetta and DJ Snake.
The company didn’t provide pricing information or disclose which additional companies are interested in adopting the tool. A spokesperson told us that the cost varies based on the type of deal.
Industry Response
- Bandcamp recently banned AI-generated music entirely.
- Spotify updated its policy to clarify when AI is used in production, reduce spam, and explicitly prohibit unauthorized voice clones.
- Major record labels, such as Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group, have struck deals with Suno and Udio to license their catalogs, ensuring artists are compensated when their work trains AI models.
Deezer’s initiative follows a broader industry push: in 2024, the platform became the first streaming service to sign the global statement on AI training, joining actors and other creatives.
Regulatory and Legal Context
There is growing concern about AI companies using copyrighted material to train their models and about methods used to manipulate streaming systems. In 2024, a North Carolina musician was charged by the Department of Justice with creating AI-generated songs and using bots to stream them billions of times, resulting in more than $10 million in stolen streaming royalties.
AI bands like The Velvet Sundown have also gained millions of streams, raising questions about how to fairly compensate creators when AI is involved.
Future Outlook
Deezer’s decision to sell its detection tool could set a precedent for other music streaming platforms. By offering a proven, highly accurate system, Deezer may encourage wider adoption, helping to defend human artists and fight fraud across the industry.
The tool’s success will likely depend on its integration with existing recommendation engines and the willingness of platforms to enforce stricter royalty and monetization rules for AI-generated content.
Key Takeaways
- Deezer’s AI detection tool is 99.8% accurate and processes 60,000 tracks daily.
- The tool removes AI-generated music from recommendations and royalty pools.
- Major streaming services and labels are already testing or have updated policies to address AI-generated content.
- Legal actions, such as the DOJ case, highlight the financial impact of AI-driven streaming fraud.
- Wider adoption of Deezer’s technology could protect human artists and streamline royalty distribution.
