ZD Ventures has made a pre-seed investment in the innovative AI music generation startup Wave AI, which utilizes MIDI technology to reduce copyright risks.
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ZD Ventures (ZDVC), a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage startups, announced on November 11 that it has made a pre-seed investment in Wave AI, a U.S.-based startup that is revolutionizing AI music generation technology. The investment amount has not been disclosed.
Wave AI, which marks ZDVC's first global investment following the establishment of its inaugural fund, provides AI-based music generation and intellectual property protection solutions primarily targeting the advertising, gaming, media, and entertainment industries. Unlike traditional AI music generation models that use audio samples, Wave AI employs an electronic music-based MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) model called 'Musica,' significantly reducing the risk of copyright infringement.
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The AI music generation industry is witnessing rapid growth, driven by advancements in technology and the increasing demand for high-quality music across various sectors, including entertainment, advertising, and gaming. In
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