EGOT-winning artist John Legend joined Universal Music Group Chief Digital Officer Michael Nash and leaders of Udio, Stability AI, Splice and NVIDIA for a panel discussion titled *The Sound of Intelligence* on Thursday (July 9) at the seventh AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, convened by the United Nations’ International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The panel examined how AI is changing music from discovery to fan engagement. UMG sued Udio for copyright infringement in 2024, before settling in October 2025 and agreeing to launch a licensed AI music platform together. Stability AI formed a strategic alliance with UMG in October 2025, Splice struck a deal in December 2025, and NVIDIA partnered with UMG in January 2026. UMG and Sony Music are still litigating against rival AI music firm Suno. Legend said AI had “penetrated into our business” and “can bring shortcuts and augmentations,” but urged musicians not to “forget the core of what makes you interesting and special.” He stressed protecting creators through policy to keep music a “viable career for artists,” adding, “It’s about making sure all working musicians and creatives have the opportunity to make a living.” Nash stated UMG’s philosophy is to “center the conversation on artists, defend their rights, advance their interests.”