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An AI Tool That Spots Potential Olympians
The innovative product appeared at the Paris 2024 Olympics where attendees could measure their scores in different tests and compare their data to gold medalists of the past.

AI Films in the Spotlight at Locarno Film Festival
Films reflecting on the reality of artificial intelligence and humans’ relationship to virtual worlds are highlighted at this year’s 77th Locarno Film Festival.

Meta Eyeing Celebrity Voices for new AI Tool
The company is in talks with high-profile celebrities for millions of dollars in exchange for permission to use their voices in its MetaAI assistant tool.

Meta Launching AI Studio on Instagram
The new tool lets creators build personalized AI chat bots to answer frequently asked questions from users.

Hollywood Video Game Actors on Strike Due to AI Issue
SAG-AFTRA is negotiating for adequate AI safeguards on behalf of the performers against top video game makers.

UK Company Pigeon Shrine Setting Up AI Production Studio
AiMation Studios integrates AI tools with human creativity to create a new kind of production process.

GenAI Expected to Increase Profits Within Media Industry
A recent survey from PwC sees Generative AI improving quality and reducing costs within the entertainment industry.

Eminem Uses AI in Latest Music Video
Using the AI company Metaphysic, rapper Eminem revives Slim Shady.

Fable Studio Launches Platform for User-Generated AI TV Shows
Showrunner is a new platform that allows users to generate TV episodes using AI technology.

AI in Book Publishing – Threat or Promising New Future?
The legal landscape is struggling to keep up with the rapid growth of AI and its influence on book publishing.

Hollywood Stars to Narrate Audio Content Posthumously
With the blessing of the actors’ estates, readers can hear the voices of late Hollywood stars Judy Garland, James Dean, and Burt Reynolds through a new partnership with AI company ElevenLabs.

SAG-AFTRA’s Video Game Actors Prepared to go on Strike Over AI use
Fear over job safety and nonconsensual voice replication is at root of the issue in new interactive media agreement.

NBC Using AI as Part of Paris Olympics Coverage
Peacock working with legendary sportscaster Al Michaels to create an AI tool for customized 2024 Olympics coverage.

Time Magazine Enters Into Multiyear Partnership With OpenAi
The partnership will see Time’s vast archive and latest content integrated with ChatGPT and other AI tools to enhance the magazine’s global reach.

Hollywood Workers Union Reaches Agreement Involving Pay and AI
The IATSE reached a tentative agreement with major studios securing pay raises and protection against usage of AI.

Perspective on AI is Changing Among Industry Professionals, According to a Recent UTA Study
A recent UTA study found that the majority of respondents believe AI will enhance and streamline their work.

Filmustage: Pre-production AI Tool Used in Netflix’s “Gentlemen”
Filmustage, an AI-powered platform aiming to streamline pre-production, is used by Hollywood filmmakers in high-profile projects.

London Cinema Cancels AI-Written Film After Public Backlash
The Prince Charles Cinema in Soho has canceled the premiere of a film entirely written by AI, following significant public concern over the use of AI in creative writing.

Film Schools Integrate AI into Curricula
Top U.S. film schools are incorporating AI courses to equip students with the skills to use new tools creatively and ethically.

Consumers’ Mixed Reactions to AI in Entertainment Production
A recent survey reveals that U.S. consumers are split on the use of generative AI in creating film and TV content, with acceptance varying based on familiarity with AI tools.