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Multiple copyright infringement lawsuits against OpenAI and Microsoft, filed by authors and The New York Times, have been consolidated in Manhattan federal court, alleging unauthorized use of copyrighted materials to train AI systems
The U.S. Copyright Office's recent report emphasizes that human authorship is essential for copyright protection, outlining conditions under which AI-assisted works may qualify, and highlighting the adaptability of current laws to AI advancements
Staircase Studios AI, a startup founded by Pouya Shahbazian and Kenneth Lerer, is blending AI technology with human creativity to produce high-quality films efficiently, aiming to democratize storytelling in Hollywood.
Major studios monetize AI-created trailers, diverting ad revenue amid debates over copyright and content quality.
A viral trend of AI-generated Studio Ghibli-style videos has reignited public scrutiny around the use of artificial intelligence in art, drawing comparisons to past criticisms from director Hayao Miyazaki and Zelda Williams' comments on posthumous digital likenesses.
Fable Studio releases 'DreadClub: Vampire's Verdict,' the first AI-generated animated feature film, showcasing the potential and challenges of artificial intelligence in the realm of animation
Writers in Hollywood are calling on studios to take legal action against AI firms that allegedly use their work without permission, highlighting growing concerns over intellectual property rights in the age of artificial intelligence.
OpenAI introduces Sora, a text-to-video tool, prompting discussions in Hollywood about the implications of AI-generated content on traditional filmmaking and creative processes.
Ben Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, aims to transform Hollywood by integrating artificial intelligence into filmmaking, seeking to empower creatives and streamline production processes.

Reel AI: Erik Barmack’s biweekly article for The Ankler
Eternal Celebrities: The Multi-Billion Opportunity Coming
Erik Barmack’s Reel AI Column from The Ankler
A shift in law means agents and managers must now act as estate planners as an endless career is within reach (if society can get over the ick factor)
OpenAI's new brazen image generator rips off Studio Ghibli, Pixar & Lego. Hollywood, fight now before it's too late
IP icons from 'Friends' to Harry Potter are being manipulated by consumers. Now it’s time studios and tech worked together
How an addictive AI tool backed by Jared Leto devoured my family — and stands to win the raging war for screen time (h/t Ted Sarandos)
An awards season of smears and accusations over the technology can't stop what's coming
Am I at risk of losing my job to OpenAI or DeepSeek? Are you? I explore new advanced 'reasoning' tools amid a collapsing exec talent pipeline
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Quick Explainers on Basic AI Terms and Tools
We’ve all seen the seemingly magical pitches/scenes ChatGPT is able to create. How does it work?
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Panel at Red Sea Film Festival Explores AI's Role in the Future of Storytelling
A panel at the Red Sea International Film Festival discussed AI's growing role in Hollywood as a tool to enhance creativity and streamline production, predicting job evolution and new opportunities rather than widespread job losses.

Ben Affleck on AI in Filmmaking: A Tool, Not a Replacement
The actor-director discusses how AI could cut costs, open doors for new creators, and reimagine revenue streams—while leaving the artistry to humans.

Meta Launches Video AI Platform “Movie Gen”
The platform will be able to produce video and audio clips based on prompts from users.

YouTube Creating New Tools That Identify AI-Generated Content
Still in early stages, the tools would automatically recognize content created by AI that replicate a creator’s likeness or voice.

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