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Billie Eilish Addresses AI-Generated Met Gala Images
Billie Eilish clarifies that she was not present at the 2025 Met Gala, denouncing AI-generated images that falsely depicted her at the event and highlighting concerns over digital misinformation.

Deepfake Scams Exploit Celebrity Likenesses to Defraud Fans
Advancements in AI technology have led to a surge in deepfake scams, with fraudsters impersonating celebrities to deceive and exploit fans—highlighting urgent concerns around trust, regulation, and digital identity.

Robert Downey Jr. Warns Studios Against Unauthorized AI Likeness Use
The Marvel star says he’s ready to sue any studio or executive that uses his AI likeness without consent, joining a growing chorus of actors pushing back on digital replicas.

Who Owns AI-Created Stories? Hollywood Grapples With a Shifting IP Landscape
As AI tools generate more scripts, characters, and visuals, the entertainment industry faces mounting pressure to redefine ownership and protect creators in an increasingly synthetic storytelling era.

OpenAI Faces Consolidated Copyright Lawsuits from Authors and Media
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

U.S. Copyright Office Clarifies Stance on AI-Generated Works
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

Hollywood Writers Urge Studios to Address AI Copyright Infringement
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.

Hollywood Luminaries Advocate for AI Compensation in Content Usage
Prominent figures in the entertainment industry, including Ben Stiller, Ron Howard, Cate Blanchett, and Chris Rock, are urging the Trump administration to enforce copyright laws that require AI companies to obtain permission and provide compensation when using artists' works to train artificial intelligence models.

Celine Dion Warns Fans About AI-Generated Songs
Renowned singer Celine Dion cautions listeners about AI-generated tracks falsely attributed to her, emphasizing the importance of protecting artists' rights and the authenticity of musical content in the digital age.

The Atlantic Uncovers OpenSubtitles Data Set at the Heart of AI Training
A treasure trove of Hollywood dialogue has been repurposed to train AI systems, raising questions about transparency and creative rights.

Producers Behind Blade Runner 2049 sue Elon Musk, Tesla, and WBD over AI Images
The production company who made Blade Runner 2049, Alcon Entertainment, has sued Elon Musk, Tesla and Warner Bros. Discovery over unapproved AI images of their film in a new promotional campaign for Tesla’s robotaxi.

Governor Newsom Vetoes AI Safety Bill
California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a proposed bill meant to implement safety protocols for AI models, disappointing Hollywood talent and AI critics.

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.

Big Tech Starts Campaign to Advocate AI Use in Creative Industries
The Chamber of Progress, including members like Amazon and Apple, introduces a campaign to advocate for the fair use of copyrighted material in training AI.

Hollywood Guilds Rally Behind AI Regulation Bill
Leading Hollywood guilds unite in support of Rep. Adam Schiff’s proposed AI legislation to enforce transparency and protect copyright.

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.
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.
Hollywood Backs New Bill against Unauthorized AI Use
Hollywood spurs a bipartisan bill aimed at granting performers federal-level intellectual property rights to protect against unauthorized AI-generated deepfakes and voice clones.
EU Passed AI Act: Balancing Technology and Ethics
The EU's landmark AI Act sets a new global precedent in regulating artificial intelligence, with potential implications for the entertainment sector.