Daniel Anstey

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Daniel Anstey

Simpsons Solicitors Entertainment and IP Lawyer

Daniel Anstey is a lawyer in the Corporate and Commercial, Music, and Digital Media groups at Simpsons Solicitors, Australia's leading and renowned entertainment and IP law firm. Daniel advises on a range of commercial and contentious matters relating to the music and digital media industries, including the sale, purchase and management of intellectual property assets, copyright infringements, contractual disputes and corporate structures. Previously Daniel was a lawyer at the Australian Copyright Council, where he advised creators and industry peak bodies on copyright law and was involved in policy development and law reform. Daniel has a keen interest in emerging and innovative technologies, including AI and blockchain. He has written, presented and advised on the legal issues involved in the use of these technologies in a commercial context.

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AI - The Music Industry Frenemy

FRI, OCT 20, 11:00 AM
Conference
Leaders working across different facets of the music industry will discuss how they’ve toed the line between friend and foe when it comes to AI for music. While AI tools in music may allow for further democratization of entry for artists, there are also implications for existing artists regarding the safety of their existing IP. Whether looking towards the integration of AI composition tools, to the developers of AI music software themselves, seasoned industry pros (and maybe a robot!) will share insights as to how AI may impact the future of creativity for music--for better and worse.
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