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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.
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Avail: New AI Submission Summarization Tool
New AI tool, Avail, is designed to streamline Hollywood's script and book review process, offering detailed summaries and real-time interactive insights.
Judge Dismisses Key Claims in Sarah Silverman’s AI Copyright Lawsuit Against Meta
U.S. District Judge largely dismissed Sarah Silverman’s lawsuit against Meta on copyright infringement, building on findings from another federal judge overseeing a lawsuit against AI art generators.
Meta Launched AI Tools, Reshaping Digital Content Creation
Meta launched two generative AI tools, Emu Edit for image editing and Emu Video for video generation, that can influence digital content creation and social media interactions.
Warner Music Plans an Edith Piaf Biopic with AI
Warner Music Group announced a biopic project to recreate the voice and image of French singer Edith Piaf with AI technologies.
Justine Bateman Concerns about AI Provisions in SAG-AFTRA’s New Deal
Actress, writer, filmmaker Justine Bateman vocally opposes the AI clauses in the latest SAG-AFTRA contract, continuing the industry-wide debate on the future role of technology in filmmaking.
AI Opens Possibilities for Indie Filmmakers
AI is reshaping filmmaking, and it might help independent filmmakers achieve more creative visions with limited resources.
The WGA East Members Petitions against AI Takeover in Journalism
1,000+ WGA East members united to sign a petition letter, urging digital media companies to ensure artificial intelligence does not overshadow or replace human journalists.
Adobe’s AI-Driven Tools Tackle Legal and Ethical Concerns
Adobe promised “accountability, responsibility and transparency” in the training and use of their newly-released AI tools.
The WGA Leaders Share Deal Details about AI
Two WGA leaders shared details about the process and outcome of the strike negotiations in an interview.
The WGA Strike Ends, with a Tentative Deal including Frameworks on AI
The WGA announced the end of strike as a tentative deal had been reached with the AMPTP, answering to the union’s demands including protecting writers and their works against the rise of AI technologies.
More Authors Join Class Action Lawsuit against OpenAI
More celebrated authors, including John Grisham and George R.R. Martin, joined the Authors Guild in a lawsuit against OpenAI for copyright infringement.
Viral AI Song is Denied Eligibility to The Emmys
The Viral AI song is deemed not eligible for the Emmys, not because of the use of AI but due to lack of copyright clearance.
Entertainment Companies Boost Spend in Generative AI
Amidst dual strikes in Hollywood, research shows that 96% of entertainment companies are expanding expenditures in generative artificial intelligence.
The AMPTP Latest Proposal, with Guidelines for Generative AI, was Rejected by the Writer’s Guild
The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) detailed its Aug. 11 proposal to the Writers Guild of America (WGA), which the guild has rejected.
Amazon Develops Multiple Generative AI Initiatives in Entertainment
Amazon CEO revealed the company’s heavy investment in generative AI across its business, including entertainment.
AI-Generated BARBENHEIMER Trailer Went Viral
The AI-generated “BARBENHEIMER” trailer that combined the two widely-hyped blockbusters only took four days to make and went viral online.
SOUTH PARK Episode Generated by AI as Press Demo from Fabel Studio
Fabel Studio released an AI-generated episode of SOUTH PARK to demonstrate the capabilities of their AI tool, but it raises more complications amidst the double strikes in Hollywood.