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Sony Pictures Incorporates AI in Film & TV
Sony Pictures CEO Tony Vinciquerra announced plans to integrate AI into film and TV production for greater efficiency.

New AI-powered Streaming Service Allows Viewers to Create Shows
Fable Studio introduces Showrunner, a streaming platform that lets users create and customize their own animated episodes using advanced AI technology.

Tech Giants in Talks with Hollywood Over AI Content Licensing
Alphabet and Meta Platforms are negotiating with major Hollywood studios to license content for AI training and video generation.

Hollywood Gathers for AI in Filmmaking
"AI on the Lot" conference attracted hundreds of Hollywood professionals, showcasing both excitement and concerns about the future of creative collaboration.

AI Film Festival Shows Increasing AI Integration in Filmmaking
The second annual AI Film Festival, hosted by Runway AI Inc., showcased how more filmmakers integrate AI as a storytelling tool rather than novelty.

IATSE Contract Negotiations Shift Focus to AI
IATSE continues negotiations with studios, addressing the impact of AI on production jobs as one of the key points.

Shareholders Demand AI Risk Transparency from Tech and Entertainment Giants
Shareholders at major companies in tech and entertainment are pushing for greater disclosure of the risks associated with AI.

Top Music Artists’ Open Letter Against AI
200+ leading music artists including Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj, Sam Smith, and Katy Perry unite under the Artists Rights Alliance to challenge the unethical use of AI in music, championing human creativity.

AI and Cloud Storage for Streamlined Production
Leveraging AI and cloud technology can optimize media workflows for more efficient content production and delivery.

OpenAI Sets Sights on Hollywood
OpenAI is meeting with key players in Hollywood for potential partnerships to integrate its new AI video generator Sora in entertainment and filmmaking.

FilMart Seminar in Hong Kong Explores AI Content and Copyright
The seminar at Hong Kong's FilMart delved into the complex relationship between AI-generated content and intellectual property rights in the entertainment industry.

Digital Marilyn at SXSW
An AI-driven recreation of Marilyn Monroe was revealed at SXSW, presenting a new way of fan engagement while sparking criticism on AI use in entertainment.

IATSE and Teamsters Warn of Potential Strike
Hollywood unions (IATSE and Teamsters) warn of a possible summer strike, amid labor negotiations with a highlight on AI’s impact, as current crew contracts expire July 31.

Hollywood Writers Launch “Gauntlet” to Champion Human Insight over AI in Script Analysis
A group of accomplished industry professionals introduced Gauntlet where scripts are evaluated by professional human analysts, countering the rising use of AI in screenplay assessment.

Tyler Perry Pauses $800M Studio Expansion Amid AI Concerns
Filmmaker Tyler Perry has halted his long-planned studio expansion in Atlanta, citing concerns about AI, particularly OpenAI's text-to-video tool, Sora.

Disney Uses AI to Tailor Streaming Ads
Disney introduces “Disney’s Magic Words,” a new AI tool designed to customize advertisements on Disney+ and Hulu based on the mood and content of scenes.
Dubai's AI Dubbing Firm CAMB.AI Secures $4M in Seed Funding
CAMB.AI, a Dubai-based AI dubbing company, raises $4 million to enhance global content consumption through instantaneous dubbing in over 100 languages, attracting major clients.

AI in Global Distribution and Localization
AI’s capabilities may help with content distribution and localization, enabling culturally resonant and accessible media for global audiences.

WME Partners with AI Firm to Protect Actors' Digital Rights
William Morris Endeavor collaborates with Vermillio to introduce Trace ID, an AI tool designed to protect actors' intellectual property in the age of AI and deepfakes.

AI’s Continuing Impact on Hollywood Jobs
A study reveals generative AI's impact on Hollywood jobs and potential reduction in the next three years, notably in visual effects and postproduction.