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Hasbro faces backlash over AI voice cloning clauses for Peppa Pig child actors
Hasbro is facing significant backlash from the entertainment industry over new contract clauses that would allow the company to indefinitely clone and reuse child actors' voices for its Peppa Pig franchise. The Agents o…
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StoReel launches AI microdrama production platform Canvas
StoReel has launched Canvas, an AI-powered platform designed to streamline the creation and monetization of microdramas. This new environment integrates scriptwriting, AI-generated storyboards, and optimized prompts for…
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SAG-AFTRA Leads 16,000+ Push for NO FAKES Act to Ban AI Deepfakes
Over 16,000 individuals have signed a letter urging the U.S. Congress to pass the NO FAKES Act. This proposed legislation aims to prohibit the creation and distribution of unauthorized AI-generated images and videos. Th…
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China's Film Industry Faces AI Compute, Tooling, and Distribution Hurdles
A recent Shanghai Forum highlighted significant challenges facing China's film industry as it looks to integrate AI into filmmaking. Key hurdles identified include the need for greater compute power, the development of …
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Dolby Cinema vs. IMAX: Scale vs. Precision in Premium Movie Formats
Dolby Cinema and IMAX are premium movie viewing formats that offer distinct experiences. IMAX emphasizes scale with massive screens and specialized cameras, aiming to make films feel larger than life. In contrast, Dolby…
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Helen Mirren Defends Tom Hardy Amid MobLand Set Controversy
Actress Helen Mirren has publicly refuted claims that she had issues with co-star Tom Hardy on the set of the Paramount+ series MobLand. Mirren stated her full support for Hardy, calling him an amazing actor and a speci…
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Shanghai Film Fest Launches Tech Unit for AI Industry Push
The Shanghai International Film Festival has established a new technology unit to spearhead its engagement with the artificial intelligence industry. This initiative signals a strategic move by the festival to integrate…
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Google claims YouTube terms allow AI training on artist music
Google is asserting in a new court filing that YouTube's terms of service grant a broad license for the company to train its AI models, including its AI music model Lyria 3, on content uploaded by users. This argument i…
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Martin Scorsese embraces AI for future filmmaking projects
Filmmaker Martin Scorsese is exploring the use of AI in his upcoming projects, signaling a potential shift in the industry. His embrace of AI tools aims to enhance creative processes and potentially reduce production co…
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AI music firm Suno raises $400M at $5.4B valuation amid copyright suits
AI music generation platform Suno has secured $400 million in a new funding round, valuing the company at $5.4 billion. This significant investment more than doubles its previous valuation from seven months ago. Despite…
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Tom Hardy Not Fired From MobLand Amid On-Set Disputes
Reports initially suggested that actor Tom Hardy was fired from the popular Paramount Plus series MobLand due to on-set conflicts. However, subsequent reporting indicates that Hardy was not fired, and negotiations are o…
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The Pitt Star Denies Feud With Noah Wyle, Confirms Season 3 Return
Sepideh Moafi, who plays Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi in "The Pitt," has refuted rumors of a feud with co-star Noah Wyle. Moafi stated in a Variety interview that their working relationship is strong, which allowed them to perf…
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Spotify adds narrated articles, consuming audiobook credits
Spotify is expanding its audio content by introducing over 650 long-form narrated articles from various publications into its audiobook library. These articles, all under two hours, will consume users' existing audioboo…
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Horror film 'Obsession' nears $100M, defies box office norms
The horror film "Obsession" is achieving remarkable box office success, nearing two significant milestones. It is on track to increase its second-weekend earnings over its opening weekend, a rare feat in the film indust…
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AI revives 1970s erotic films with vintage collection at Cannes
A collection of AI-generated short films titled 'Sh(AI)ved,' derived from 1970s erotic magazine photo spreads, has premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. Norwegian firm Multiformat utilized generative AI to animate thes…
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Cannes filmmakers embrace AI as inevitable tool despite industry fears
Filmmakers at the Cannes Film Festival are increasingly accepting and integrating AI into their work, despite initial controversy. Stars like Demi Moore are advocating for collaboration with AI, viewing it as an inevita…
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AI disclosure standard for films debuts at Cannes
A new standard for disclosing the use of artificial intelligence in film production was introduced at the Cannes Film Market. This initiative, called 'Human Provenance,' aims to provide transparency regarding AI's role …
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Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15M over unauthorized likeness use
Pop star Dua Lipa is suing Samsung for $15 million, alleging the company used her likeness on TV packaging without permission or compensation. The lawsuit claims copyright and trademark infringement, as well as unauthor…
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Gen Z abandons streaming loyalty for binge-and-cancel model
A new report indicates that Gen Z is altering the streaming service model by frequently subscribing and unsubscribing to platforms to watch specific shows, rather than maintaining long-term loyalty. This behavior, drive…
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Oscars ban AI-generated content, Meta acquires robotics AI startup, Tsinghua leads AI patents
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has ruled that AI-generated performances and screenplays will not be eligible for Oscars. This policy change, effective for the March 2027 awards, aims to ensure that only…