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Appearing before the Joint Select Committee on Artificial Intelligence this week, ARIA and PPCA CEO Annabelle Herd pushed back against proposals to loosen copyright rules for AI companies.

The PPCA is indicating a potential $4.8m boost for artists if current radio royalty restrictions are removed.

Changing audio and broadcast landscapes are cited as a motivation for the change, which raised the rate up to 0.55 per cent of gross revenue.

“This decision reinforces Australia’s commitment to its artists and creative industries," says ARIA/PPCA CEO Annabelle Herd.

Music industry bodies have warned the Productivity Commission's proposed changes to the Copyright Act would "devastate" the industry.

ARIA and PPCA have strongly opposed a proposed AI copyright law change, warning it could harm Australian creators.

"We know the Albanese Government shares our love of Aussie music and is committed to making local artists shine here and on the global stage."

The PPCA and ARIA have announced the appointment of a newly-created Finance Director role set to start in May.

ARIA and PPCA have announced this week that Lynne Small will step down as chief operating officer next month. 

The Senate Select Committee on Artificial Intelligence highlights the urgent need for guardrails to protect intellectual property.