BMI and Cosynd Join Forces to Enhance Copyright Protection for Music Creators
Cosynd and BMI have partnered to provide enhanced copyright protection services for music creators, marking the first time an American PRO has received exclusive access to discounted U.S. Copyright Office registrations and legal agreements.
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Through this partnership, BMI's 1.4 million songwriters, composers, and publishers can now:
- Register copyrights with the U.S. Copyright Office at 80% less than similar services
- Create customized, legally binding agreements for collaborations
- Access statutory damages of up to $150,000 per infringement
- Gain global protection in over 175 countries
BMI Spark program members receive exclusive benefits including:
- Premium Annual Membership discounts
- Unlimited agreement creation
- Four free copyright registrations (federal filing fees apply)
This partnership arrives at a crucial time when:
- AI technology poses new challenges for copyright protection
- Streaming fraud affects up to 10% of global streams
- Clear copyright registrations are essential for ownership assertion
- Music creators need stronger legal protections
"We are proud to celebrate this milestone with BMI as the first PRO to take a bold step in prioritizing copyright protection for its members," says Cosynd CEO Jessica Sobhraj. "By making it easier and more affordable for creators to secure their rights, BMI is setting a new precedent for how the industry can support music creators at every stage of their careers."
BMI Executive Director Jess Robertson adds that this partnership addresses the growing complexity of managing various platforms and registration processes required to protect creative work and collect revenue in today's fast-paced music industry.
The collaboration demonstrates BMI's commitment to protecting its members' interests while making copyright protection more accessible and affordable for music creators at all career stages.