Actor Ben Affleck is generating significant online buzz for demonstrating a sophisticated grasp of artificial intelligence concepts, including neural networks, transformers, and open-weight models. This unexpected display of technical knowledge has impressed many internet users, who are sharing clips…
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Ryan Serhant, the star of Netflix's reality television series "Owning Manhattan," has partnered with the artificial intelligence startup HeyGen to generate a social media avatar. Serhant's company is reported to produce approximately 2,200 social media posts per month, a significant…
Hollywood actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck has publicly stated that widespread fears surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), including predictions of mass job displacement and existential threats to humanity, are largely "propaganda."
Ben Affleck, a two-time Academy Award winner, disclosed that artificial intelligence was employed for "lots of things" during the production of his recent film, 'Animals.' This project, which Affleck co-wrote, directed, and starred in, premiered on October 9th and is…
Microsoft's data center business and Singtel, the parent company of telecommunications provider Optus, are among a significant number of major corporations that have generated billions of dollars in revenue within Australia while paying no corporate income tax.
Rusty Goffe, an actor who portrayed an Oompa-Loompa in the 1971 film "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory," experienced an emotional reaction upon hearing an artificial intelligence-generated recreation of the voice of Gene Wilder, the film's star.
Netflix's new competition series, "Wonka's Golden Ticket," has drawn criticism for its loose adaptation of Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and its perceived misuse of artificial intelligence. The series, which loosely bases its premise on the beloved children's…
Entertainment labor groups are advocating for a shift in public and industry focus from hypothetical existential threats posed by artificial intelligence to the tangible, immediate harms AI is already inflicting.
Variety's Entertainment and Technology Summit, held on October 26, 2023, served as a crucial forum for industry leaders from the media, entertainment, and technology sectors to grapple with the most significant challenges and emerging trends shaping their future.
Netflix and the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) are hosting the third annual Creative Asia program on October 10, 2024, at Dongseo University's Centum Campus. This year's event will feature a discussion on artificial intelligence by Peter Jackson's visual effects…
Jack Thorne, a prominent British screenwriter known for co-writing the Netflix drama "Adolescence" and the stage play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," has issued a strong warning regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) within his profession.
Netflix has unveiled the trailer for "Wonka's The Golden Ticket," a new reality competition series scheduled to premiere on September 23. This nine-episode show will feature twelve contestants, each accompanied by a partner, who will face a series of challenges…
Netflix has greenlit the young adult gothic romance series "Sid & Zoey" in a competitive situation, ordering an eight-episode season. The series hails from creator Jon Kasdan, who also serves as an executive producer and co-showrunner alongside writer John Shiban.
Netflix has officially ordered "Sid & Zoey," an eight-episode young adult (YA) series that blends supernatural elements with mystery and romance. The series is set to be executive produced by Jon Kasdan, known for his work on "The First Time"…
Disney is currently testing a novel AI-powered search tool designed to enhance content discovery on its streaming platform, Disney Plus. This new feature aims to move beyond traditional recommendation engines by allowing users to interact with the system using natural…
Veteran TV writer-producer Carlton Cuse stated this week that the escalating value of sports rights poses a significant threat to the future of scripted television. Cuse, known for his work on "Lost" and "Bates Motel," expressed concern that major sports…
Over the past decade, streaming services primarily focused on dominating single content formats such as music, video, podcasts, or audiobooks. This competitive landscape is now shifting as artificial intelligence (AI) technologies facilitate easier content creation, organization, and personalized recommendations.
Netflix announced this week that it acquired InterPositive, an artificial intelligence filmmaking startup co-founded by actor and director Ben Affleck, for $587 million in cash. The acquisition marks a substantial investment by the streaming giant into leveraging AI technologies…
Netflix announced its acquisition of InterPositive, an artificial intelligence platform developed by actor Ben Affleck, for $587 million this week. The platform is designed to assist filmmakers in overcoming post-production challenges, with a particular focus on reducing the need…
Netflix officially closed a $587 million USD acquisition of InterPositive, an artificial intelligence filmmaking startup founded by Ben Affleck in 2022. This significant investment targets generative post-production technology, with InterPositive specializing in AI infrastructure tailored for filmmakers.