This week, creative industries worldwide faced challenges and debates about AI agents.

In the UK, music and arts leaders warned that generative AI could hurt jobs. The head of a big musicians' group said AI companies want to use artists' work without paying. She asked the government to protect copyright laws instead of letting AI opt-out systems take over.

In Europe, creative workers rejected a new AI Code of Practice. They said the rules let tech companies ignore copyrights. A key part about respecting rights "regardless of where training takes place" was removed, making it easier for non-EU companies to use European content unfairly.

UK politicians held a special meeting to support artists against AI. They agreed that human creativity should stay central to music and art. Famous singers like Sir Paul McCartney backed these calls for protection.

At the SXSW 2025 event in the US, experts discussed how humans and AI can work together. A Sony AI leader said human creativity makes art special and that AI shouldn’t replace the creative process. He also warned about copyright issues with AI-generated content.