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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.

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.

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.

Autodesk Acquires Wonder Dynamics to Enhance 3D Animation with AI
Autodesk's acquisition of Wonder Dynamics aims to simplify and democratize 3D animation and VFX processes, empowering creators and artists with advanced AI-driven tools.

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.