# Facing lawsuits, Suno announces plan to watermark AI-generated songs

AI music startup Suno says it will start watermarking songs created with its tools, a move announced while it fights copyright lawsuits from major record labels. The watermarks aim to help identify AI-generated audio and address concerns about unauthorized imitation of artists. The step may not fully resolve the legal disputes, but signals a shift toward transparency in AI music.

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- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/06/amid-legal-battles-suno-says-it-will-start-watermarking-songs/) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:31:57 +0000