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The Future of AI in Music: Threat or Opportunity?

Artists like Kehlani and SZA are bringing necessary attention to what unchecked AI means for music, creators, and the communities that support technological growth. Their concerns include how AI can erode creative rights, disrupt career paths, and intensify existing issues in environmental justice. Both artists have criticized the signing of Xania Monet, an AI-generated R&B artist who recently secured a multimillion-dollar record deal. However, companies like ElevenLabs may have found a way to contribute to the solution!

ElevenLabs recently launched the first AI music model with built-in artist compensation, partnering with Merlin and Kobalt to ensure artists receive ongoing royalties when their work is used to train AI models.

Want to hear more about the conversation around AI, Music, artists’ rights, and ethics?

Tech Entrepreneur and content creator, Tobi Ajala shares her thoughts on the dangers of AI in the creative space and the possibilities it reveals.

Building Belonging: CreateHER Fest Takes Over Miami!

CreateHER Fest and Fem T3ch are teaming up to host AftHER Hours during ETHWomen at the Blockchain Futurist Conference Florida 2025 🚀

We've curated a unique experience and social for women in Web3 and emerging tech, focusing on meaningful connections, actionable insights, and community building, all while enjoying South Florida views!

When: November 6th at 3 - 6PM ET

Where: DAER Rooftop, Hollywood, Florida

What to expect:

• "So You Wanna Be a Blockchain BuildHER?" Panel: Join industry trailblazers, investors, and past CreateHER Fest hackathon winners for an unfiltered conversation on succeeding in Web3.

• Networking That Builds Belonging: Tired of awkward small talk? We are, too. We're shaking things up with networking bingo, vendor booths featuring women builders, and dedicated spaces designed for authentic connection.

• Rooftop Vibes: Wind down with food, music, and a beautiful Florida sunset.

Best of all, your ticket to AftHER Hours includes full entry to the Blockchain Futurist Conference itself!

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THIS WEEK’S RESOURCES

• Day of Shecurity Leadership Summit

  • Day of Shecurity Leadership Summit 2025 unites women in cybersecurity for leadership panels and networking, live from Boston. Join in-person or stream sessions to connect, learn, and empower your journey in tech.

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• YC x Coinbase RFS: Build Onchain | Y Combinator

  • YC and Coinbase invite founders to build onchain with new regulatory clarity, maturing crypto tools, and huge opportunities in payments, asset tokenization, and AI-powered finance apps. Apply to YC’s next batch to launch onchain innovations.

    Learn More Here →

• General Assembly's Free AI Skill Series

  • Join General Assembly’s FREE Skills Move Faster 2025 event, Sept 30–Oct 30! Level up with AI-powered, beginner-friendly classes in tech, productivity, design, marketing & more—all online for a month.

    Register Here →

• Context Engineering Webinar: Manus + LangChain

  • Master context engineering for AI agents in this deep-dive webinar with experts from LangChain and Manus. Learn battle-tested strategies, real-world applications, and boost your AI performance. Open to all!

    Register Here →

Until next time,

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