The SMIA Summit 2024: Innovate or Stagnate – Tech’s Role in Scottish Music’s Future

This session delves into the technological innovations shaping the future of Scotland’s music industry. By exploring sustainable working practices, accessible tech, AI integration, rights management and new income streams, we aim to provide a comprehensive view of how technology is revolutionising the sector. Featuring perspectives from leaders in music tech, music creators, researchers and industry professionals, this session will highlight how cutting-edge technologies can drive industry development.

We will examine how the music industry can leverage AI in music creation, production and distribution, while ensuring effective management of rights and intellectual property in the digital age. Discussions will also cover innovative working practices and their impact on industry development, tech’s role in reducing the industry’s carbon impact and the role of accessible tech in fostering inclusivity.

A key focus will be on generating income from technological advancements and exploring new business models within the superfan and creator economies. By monetising smaller communities and redefining traditional industry rules, we aim to understand how Scotland can stay ahead and play the ‘new game’ in the evolving music ecosystem.

The SMIA Summit 2024 is an exclusive event for SMIA Members, join our free SMIA membership.