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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 Navigates the Development of Sora
While OpenAI's Sora may disrupt current practices, it empowers independent filmmakers, and human creativity in storytelling remains irreplaceable.
Media Outlets Sue OpenAI Over Copyright with New Legal Strategy
The Intercept, Raw Story, and Alternet file lawsuits against OpenAI and Microsoft, accusing them of intentionally concealing copyright infringements by removing author and title information from articles used in AI training.
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.
Julie Su: Labor Chief’s Vision on AI in Hollywood
Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Julie Su discusses the balance between embracing AI and protecting workers' rights in Hollywood and beyond.
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.
James Hawes Predicts AI-Generated TV Series in 3-5 Years
Director James Hawes, behind “Slow Horses” and “One Life”, foresees television series entirely produced by generative AI in the near future.
Berlinale Panel on AI’s Impact on Entertainment
At the Berlin Film Festival, industry experts discussed the implications of AI in film and TV production, highlighting OpenAI’s Sora model.
OpenAI Unveils New Text-to-Video AI Model, Sora
OpenAI introduces Sora, a new AI tool that generates photorealistic and complex videos up to one minute long based on text prompts.
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.
Unlock AI’s Potential Beyond Content Creation
Tim Levy, with entertainment finance and media tech background, advocates for Hollywood to broaden its view of AI, focusing on enhancement rather than just content generation.
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.
SAG-AFTRA and White House Address AI-Generated Explicit Images of Taylor Swift
SAG-AFTRA and the White House issue strong statements against the unauthorized use of AI to create explicit images of Taylor Swift, highlighting the need for legal action and ethical guidelines.
George Carlin’s Estate Sues AI-Generated Comedy Special
The estate of late comedian George Carlin has sued the creators of an AI-generated special with unauthorized use of Carlin’s work and likeness.
“Eno” at Sundance: an AI-Driven Documentary
“Eno” premiered at Sundance 2024 as a pioneering documentary on Brian Eno, using generative AI to create a unique and changing viewing experience for each audience.
AI Radio Co-host on Musician will.i.am’s New SiriusXM Show
The first AI co-host in radio entertainment, qd.pi, will join will.i.am’s innovative SiriusXM show, ‘Will.i.am Presents the FYI Show’.
AI’s Rising Influence in Entertainment in 2024
Experts predict a transformative year with AI reshaping content creation and user engagement, amid regulatory changes and a shift in platform algorithms.