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Netflix reportedly pays Ben Affleck $587M for AI project

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Netflix reportedly paid Ben Affleck $587 million for his involvement in an AI-related project. The exact nature of the project and Affleck's role remain unclear, but the sum suggests a significant undertaking. AI

RANK_REASON The item is a social media post linking to a Variety article about a large payment to Ben Affleck for an AI project, but lacks specific details or official confirmation, making it speculative and akin to gossip.

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Netflix reportedly pays Ben Affleck $587M for AI project

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