OUR VISION
A future of boundless creativity, traced to human ingenuity
We envision a world where generative AI amplifies human creativity, breaks down barriers to innovation
and empowers everyone to realize their biggest potential
What We Believe
We envision a world where generative AI amplifies human creativity, breaks down barriers to innovation and empowers everyone to realize their biggest potential.
Our mission is to unlock the unlimited possibilities of human creativity through cutting-edge authentication, and monetization of fully protected IP.
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OUR PARTNERS
Trusted & Experienced
Vermillio brings together over a century of combined AI expertise, with its co-founders collaborating for more than ten years. Backed by substantial funding and already working with world-class IP from partners such as Sony and WME, the company is poised for success.
Industry Leadership & Insights
Sony Music Makes First AI Investment, Leading Vermillio’s $16M Series A Funding Round
We are thrilled to announce in a recent Billboard article that Vermillio has secured $16 million in Series A funding, led by Sony Music and DNS Capital, marking the first instance of Sony Music investing into an AI music protection service. Dennis Kooker, president of global digital business at Sony Music Entertainment shares “Dan Neely…
Steve Harvey Using AI Protection Platform Vermillio to Guard Against Unauthorized Use of His Image
At Vermillio, we are proud to assist Steve Harvey in protecting his digital identity and safeguard his fans from the AI-generated images and photos of his likeness spreading false information and extorting everyday people in internet scams. Through our advanced AI licensing and TraceID™ platform, we’ve empowered Steve Harvey to take control of how his…
Sony Music Makes First AI Investment, Leading Vermillio’s $16M Series A Funding Round
We are thrilled to announce in a recent Billboard article that Vermillio has secured $16 million in Series A funding, led by Sony Music and DNS Capital, marking the first instance of Sony Music investing into an AI music protection service. Dennis Kooker, president of global digital business at Sony Music Entertainment shares “Dan Neely…
Steve Harvey Using AI Protection Platform Vermillio to Guard Against Unauthorized Use of His Image
At Vermillio, we are proud to assist Steve Harvey in protecting his digital identity and safeguard his fans from the AI-generated images and photos of his likeness spreading false information and extorting everyday people in internet scams. Through our advanced AI licensing and TraceID™ platform, we’ve empowered Steve Harvey to take control of how his…
2025 AI Action Plan
Vermillio recently submitted recommendations for a balanced AI framework that works for all Americans. Our submission emphasizes protecting IP rights, ensuring AI safety, maintaining U.S. leadership in AI, and fostering what we call an “AI ecosystem of democracy.” While major tech platforms, like OpenAI, are pushing for policies that could consolidate their power, we believe…
Celebrity AI deepfakes are flooding the internet. Hollywood is pushing Congress to fight back
In this CNN exclusive, Steve Harvey announces his partnership with Vermillio, and emphasizes the need for legislation and penalties for offenders looking to steal and use his likeness online in scams and other money-making schemes. After reintroducing the “No Fakes Act,” both the Senate and Hollywood seem to agree that rampant misuse of AI-generated content…
Sony Music backs AI rights startup Vermillio
Vermillio, the Chicago-based AI licensing and protection platform, has raised a $16 million Series A co-led by DNS Capital and Sony Music, executives exclusively tell Axios. Why it matters: Sony Music’s first investment in AI licensing seeks to protect its artists and support them in responsibly using generative AI tools. How it works: Vermillio’s TraceID tool monitors…
Why Creators Need 4C Verification in the Age of AI
In a world where The Weeknd can “release” a song he never recorded and Tom Hanks can “appear” in dental ads he never approved, the line between reality and AI-generated content has never been more blurred (or more concerning) for talent and creators. The AI revolution has opened new possibilities while simultaneously creating unprecedented risks.…
