Technologies

Can You Tell AI-Generated Music From the Real Thing? Most of Us Can’t

A survey from Deezer and Ipsos reveals strong feelings about AI-generated tunes.

Our playlists are becoming a playground for AI-generated music. And that’s making us uneasy, especially because it’s becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish the genuine, human-made tunes from the musical deepfakes.

According to a new survey of 9,000 people by the music service Deezer and the research firm Ipsos, participants listened to three songs and then had to choose which were fully AI-generated and which weren’t. Nearly all respondents (97%) were unable to tell the difference.

Of those who couldn’t tell, 71% said they were surprised by the results, and more than half, 52%, were uncomfortable that they couldn’t distinguish the AI music. Respondents expressed ambivalence about AI and music: About two-thirds expressed curiosity about AI-generated music, with a willingness to try listening at least once, but four out of five (80%) agreed that AI music should be clearly labeled for listeners.

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Deezer, which commissioned the survey, has reason to highlight people’s inability to distinguish between AI-generated songs and those created by humans. In January, it rolled out a detection tool for AI in music. In the release for the survey, the company said it receives 50,000 AI-generated tracks every day.

The unsettling feelings about AI and music have seen a crescendo in recent days as a tune from an AI-powered country act called Breaking Rust topped Billboard’s country digital music charts. Last month, music streaming giant Spotify signed deals with Sony, Universal and Warner to develop AI music products.

Mixed feelings on AI music

Some of the other findings from the Deezer/Ipsos survey showed curiosity and caution in listeners’ attitudes toward AI music:

46% think AI will help them discover music they like.
51% believe AI will lead to lower-quality, generic-sounding music on streaming platforms.
45% would filter out AI music from their music services if they could.
70% believe AI music threatens the livelihood of real music artists.

The Deezer/Ipsos survey of 9,000 adults ages 18-65was conducted in early October in eight countries: the United States, Canada, Brazil, the UK, France, the Netherlands, Germany and Japan.

Music-industry shifts

The debate over AI music extends beyond listeners and artists — even the companies that make musical instruments have a stake in the future of AI-generated songs.

«From our perspective, we see great opportunity for AI to be used as a tool to enhance and augment human creativity when the tools are developed responsibly, but we are opposed to consumption platforms that embrace purely AI-generated music positioned to compete with human creators,» said Paul McCabe, senior vice president of research and Innovation at the music gear manufacturer Roland.

McCabe said his company believes listeners should be alerted when they’re hearing AI-generated material in their music and that his company and others are working on solutions «to confirm the provenance (origin and ownership) of music.» That could include the kind of AI music detection tools that Deezer previously released, as well as new technologies that can detect and label AI-generated music.

Can AI music co-exist with human-generated music? According to McCabe, if clear labeling for audiences on AI music exists, if human artists choose to use AI to enhance their own art, and if AI-generated music elements are developed in ways that respect and protect human creativity (he cites the frameworks at AI for Music as an example), then, «yes, peaceful coexistence is possible.»

Technologies

Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Technologies

Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im