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Why CAA Bet on This AI Startup: ‘Consent and Control’ for Clients
The agency's Alexandra Shannon and Moonvalley CEO Naeem Talukdar tell me about the tech trained entirely on licensed video data
The AI Making Indie Sci-Fi Budgets Possible (James Cameron’s Team Agrees)
Actor Tye Sheridan and Nikola Todorovic’s Wonder Dynamics streamlines VFX, cuts costs and is backed by the software giant that helped power ‘Avatar’
The $2K Ad That Shook the NBA Finals — and Put Hollywood Production on Notice
JOB KILLER? Google’s Veo 3 update raises the gen-AI video threat level for Hollywood. (The Ankler illustration; Gorodenkoff Productions/Getty Images, Mutlu Kurtbas/Getty Images)
VFX Legend Ed Ulbrich Joins AI Firm Moonvalley to Bridge Tech and Hollywood
Oscar-winning visual effects veteran Ed Ulbrich leaves traditional studios for Moonvalley, aiming to integrate AI ethically into entertainment visual workflows and support creator-friendly tools.
Blackpink’s Jennie Triumphs Over AI-Generated Imposter Scam
Singer Jennie secures a legal win against a fraudster who impersonated her, exposing how AI-generated content can be weaponized to spread false celebrity claims and sell fabricated narratives.
A $5M Film? AI Studios Bet on a Cheap Future Hollywood Won't Buy (Yet)
Don't bet against Burbank yet. As Disney & Universal sue Midjourney, the real block for AI movies is expertise: marketing, distribution & legal
Runway CEO Cris Valenzuela Champions AI as Hollywood-Friendly, Not Hollywood-Hostile
Runway’s founder Cris Valenzuela, endorsed by major studios, argues generative video tools can democratize filmmaking—aiming to reassure Hollywood wary of unlicensed AI use.
Monica Barbaro to Co-Star in Netflix’s AI-Centered Film ‘Artificial’ with Andrew Garfield
Actress Monica Barbaro collaborates with partner Andrew Garfield and director Luca Guadagnino on a feature film exploring AI’s real-world drama at OpenAI, blending personal chemistry with emerging tech narratives.
Disney and Universal Take a Hard Line Against AI Image Generation Firms
Disney and Universal claim Midjourney’s AI has reproduced iconic characters without permission, marking a turning point in entertainment’s legal strategy against unsanctioned AI use.
Video Game Voice Actors Union Reach Major AI Protection Deal
SAG-AFTRA secures new AI safeguards for video game voice and motion-capture actors, signaling broader entertainment industry protections—and a blueprint for unions working alongside technology.
Emma Stone Collaborates with AI Startup to Reimagine Animation Voice Work
Emma Stone joins forces with AI-driven animation studio to pioneer hybrid voice performances, combining human nuance with machine precision for next-gen animated storytelling.
Peak Bono: AI, VR and a Dad Sermon May Save Apple's Vision Pro
'Stories of Surrender' finally gives the hardware dud a reason to exist and shows a way to innovate in immersive storytelling
Melania Trump Embraces AI to Narrate Her Memoir, Sparking Discussions on Technology in Publishing
First Lady Melania Trump releases a seven-hour audiobook of her memoir, narrated entirely by an AI-generated version of her voice, highlighting the growing intersection of artificial intelligence and celebrity branding.
Google's AI on Screen Initiative Aims to Shift Hollywood's AI Narrative
Google partners with Range Media Partners to fund short films portraying AI in a more optimistic light, enlisting talents like Michael Keaton to reshape public perception.
'Grand Theft Auto VI': AI Characters Are a Hollywood Wake-Up Call
The next version of the video game charts a path for truly interactive entertainment if the industry opens its eyes
Promise Studio Teams with Google to Bring AI Into the Heart of Film Production
With backing from Andreessen Horowitz and new support from Google, Promise is betting big on generative AI to streamline—and possibly rewire—how Hollywood makes movies.
Google’s Veo 3 Blurs the Line Between AI and Human Filmmaking
The tech giant’s latest AI video generator Veo 3 adds synchronized audio to hyper-realistic visuals, raising both creative possibilities and ethical concerns in Hollywood.
Darren Aronofsky Partners with Google DeepMind to Explore AI in Filmmaking
Director Darren Aronofsky collaborates with Google DeepMind through his new studio, Primordial Soup, to integrate AI tools into short films, aiming to blend human storytelling with advanced technology.
Tom Hanks and Ron Howard Discuss AI's Role in Filmmaking at Dell Technologies World
Actor Tom Hanks and Director Ron Howard emphasize the importance of human creativity in storytelling, expressing cautious optimism about AI's potential in the film industry.