The Hollywood Reporter
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Gen AI Founder: AI Tools Not Yet Replacing Live Film Production
A founder of a generative AI company stated at the Access Canada Summit that current AI tools are not yet capable of fully replacing live film production. While acknowledging the advancements in AI, the founder emphasiz…
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AI actress Tilly Norwood dismisses extinction fears, calls AI a 'paintbrush'
Tilly Norwood, a hyper-realistic digital actress generated entirely by AI, believes fears of AI causing human extinction are exaggerated. Created by Eline van der Velden at Particle6, Norwood views AI actors as a new cr…
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Streaming costs now rival cable bills as cord-cutting savings vanish
The initial promise of cord-cutting to save money has diminished as the cost of subscribing to multiple streaming services now rivals or exceeds traditional cable bills. Eight major ad-free streaming services collective…
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AI transforms broadcasting; Alabama debates data center growth
AI is increasingly being integrated into the broadcasting industry, with applications ranging from creating AI-generated segments for live events to enhancing video quality and directing viewer attention. Companies like…
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AI-Generated Content Profitability Questioned by Hollywood Reporter
The Hollywood Reporter argues that individuals generating movies or songs using AI prompts should not be allowed to profit from their creations. This stance suggests a need for legal or ethical frameworks to address the…
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Apple TV+ and Apple One subscriptions see price hikes in the US
Apple has increased the monthly subscription price for Apple TV+ in the US by $2, bringing the cost to $15 per month. The annual subscription also saw a $20 increase, now costing $120 per year. Additionally, the individ…
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Netflix movie 'Don't Say Good Luck' earns rare 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
Netflix is set to release the dramedy "Don't Say Good Luck" on August 14th, which has garnered a rare 100% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The film features a talented ensemble cast including Sunny Sandler in her…
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AI industry engages in politics, prompts, and music labeling · 3 sources tracked
The AI industry is actively engaging in political advocacy, with a super PAC network backed by AI executives attempting to influence lawmakers nationwide. Meanwhile, a study found that ads for ChatGPT appear on over a q…
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AI's Potential Impact on Book Publishing Explored
The Hollywood Reporter is exploring how AI might impact the book publishing industry. The article questions whether AI-generated content could flood the market with low-quality material, potentially devaluing human auth…
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Major music labels demand ban on AI-generated songs from global charts
A coalition of major music labels, including Sony, Universal, and Warner, is urging chart companies worldwide to disqualify AI-generated "slop songs" from official rankings. This move comes amid a surge of tens of thous…
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Golden Globes acquisition faces fraud lawsuit from former HFPA members
A lawsuit has been filed against Penske Media Corporation and Eldridge Industries, alleging a fraudulent scheme to acquire the Golden Globe Awards. The plaintiffs, members of the Hollywood Foreign Press, claim that Pens…
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Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery merger paused amid creator concerns · 1 source tracked
Paramount has agreed to pause its proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery until June 1, 2027, or until litigation to block the merger is resolved. This pause, however, does not alleviate the anxietie…
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New Hulu Series "Furious" Earns Perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
The new crime drama "Furious" has premiered on Hulu and Disney Plus, earning a perfect 100% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The series stars Emmy Rossum as an FBI agent who goes undercover to catch a female seria…
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Indian court rules OpenAI did not infringe ANI copyright; QVC hosts unionize over AI fears
An Indian court has ruled that OpenAI's use of content from news agency ANI to train its ChatGPT service does not constitute copyright infringement. This decision marks a significant legal precedent in India regarding t…
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Ted Lasso Season 4 Reportedly Recaptures "Season One Magic"
Reports indicate that the upcoming season of "Ted Lasso" is capturing the "season one magic" that defined its initial success. The Hollywood Reporter has published a comprehensive piece detailing the journey to "Ted Las…
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Fortnite's AI Darth Vader sparks union dispute over voice cloning
Fortnite has integrated an AI-powered Darth Vader that speaks with the voice of James Earl Jones, generated by Google Gemini 2.0 Flash and ElevenLabs Flash v2.5. This feature, launched on May 16, 2025, allows players to…
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Peacock achieves profitability driven by World Cup and reality TV
Peacock, the streaming service owned by NBCUniversal, has achieved profitability for the first time, reporting an adjusted EBITDA of $189 million in the second quarter. This financial milestone was primarily driven by t…
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Netflix Buys Ben Affleck's AI Company InterPositive for $587 Million
Netflix has acquired InterPositive, an AI company founded by Ben Affleck in 2022, for $587 million. The company's focus is on leveraging AI to enhance visual effects in filmmaking while preserving the creative aspects o…
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Darren Aronofsky's AI Firm Primordial Soup Seeks $15M Funding
Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky's artificial intelligence company, Primordial Soup, is reportedly seeking to raise $15 million. The funds will support the company's efforts in the AI and film industry. This fundraising initi…
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Peter Thiel's AI Tribunal pivots from journalist trials to model scoring
Peter Thiel's AI Tribunal, initially established to put journalists on trial, has shifted its focus to a scoreboard model. This new approach aims to evaluate and rank AI models, moving away from its previous adversarial…