SIAE's Innovative Transformation in Copyright Protection
How Italy’s SIAE Is Shaping the Future of Copyright Protection
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The Italian Society of Authors and Publishers (SIAE) is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by digitalization and a new strategic vision. In 2025, SIAE achieved over €1 billion ($1.16 billion) in revenue, distributing €849 million ($987 million) to rights holders. Key factors include improved negotiation capabilities and a focus on technology and data-driven operations.
- 01SIAE's revenue reached €1 billion ($1.16 billion) in 2025, marking a 15% increase from the previous year.
- 02The organization has reduced its average commission from 16% to 13.7%, with plans to further decrease digital commissions from 10% to 7%.
- 03SIAE is transitioning from a legal-centric model to a data-driven structure, emphasizing technology and AI integration.
- 04The SIAE+ app facilitated 225,000 copyright applications last year, streamlining the process for authors.
- 05SIAE's catalog includes nearly 30 million registered works, enhancing its negotiation power with major platforms.
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The Italian Society of Authors and Publishers (SIAE), founded in 1882, is experiencing a radical transformation aimed at modernizing copyright protection. In 2025, SIAE surpassed €1 billion ($1.16 billion) in revenue, distributing €849 million ($987 million) to rights holders, a 15% increase from the previous year. This growth is attributed to improved negotiation capabilities with major digital platforms and a strategic shift towards a data-driven operational model. SIAE CEO Matteo Fedeli emphasizes the importance of digitalization and AI, stating that the organization is evolving from a legal framework to a technological infrastructure that supports authors. The SIAE+ app has simplified copyright applications, enabling 225,000 submissions last year. Additionally, SIAE has reduced its average commission from 16% to 13.7%, with plans for further cuts, enhancing its competitiveness in the global market. With nearly 30 million registered works, SIAE aims to maximize the value of its catalog through strategic negotiations, ultimately benefiting rights holders.
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SIAE's transformation is expected to enhance the earnings of rights holders by reducing commission rates and improving distribution efficiency.
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