A computer system and method executing artificial intelligence that audits media files (audio, video and graphical image, and/or other content) submitted for a Universal Media Code (UMC) database cataloging to minimize duplicate claims of ownership. In some embodiments, during the cataloging of media files into the UMC database, the system performs a comparison of the description, location, file format and fingerprint with other UMC database content. Once the new UMC media file is declared unique by the system, the UMC record is enabled for Internet distribution. If a question of duplication arises, the system notifies the audit administrator who will manually take over the investigation and enabling process.