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Variety hires Corbin Bolies to cover Hollywood's AI adaptation
Variety, a century-old entertainment industry bible, appointed its first dedicated AI reporter, Corbin Bolies.
AI-Generated Vintage Erotica Collection Debuts at Cannes Film Festival
AI compute costs consumed $400,000 of the $500,000 budget for 'Hell Grind,' a 95-minute AI-generated film premiering at Cannes, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Google Unveils Gemini Omni AI System for Content Creation
At Google I/O 2026, Google unveiled Gemini Omni, a new AI model family.
What are the ethical considerations of AI content in journalism?
The author of a nonfiction book on AI's impact on truth recently admitted to fabricating numerous quotes using AI, blurring fact and fiction in a work designed to expose such dangers.
YouTube AI tools boost creator growth and safety
YouTube is launching an AI-powered system where creators upload a selfie to detect deepfakes using their likeness, alongside new tools for automated monetization.
AI's Evolving Role in Content Creation Amid Media Market Growth
Disney, a titan of intellectual property, recently walked away from a three-year character-licensing deal with OpenAI and a potential $1 billion stake.
AI influencer marketing platforms transform content
TikTok One's new Creator AI Search delivers a curated shortlist of up to 200 creators in seconds, accelerating influencer identification.
AI media will drown us in fakes. Verifiably human content is the only lifeboat.
Théodore Cazals, a student, launched the X account 'Insane AI Slop' to mock and expose AI-generated content that deceives online audiences.
What is AI Content's Intellectual Property Status?
On March 2, 2026, the U.
OpenAI pilots ChatGPT ads for global e-commerce retailers
Soon, e-commerce retailers in Japan, Mexico, Brazil, the UK, and South Korea will generate up to a million product ads directly from their catalogs in ChatGPT, bypassing traditional creative processes
AI filmmaking software revolutionizes content creation and studio infrastructure
Gossip Goblin, Zack London's AI filmmaking outfit, has already amassed over 500 million views, signaling immediate and massive audience demand for AI-generated content, according to The Guardian .
AI's Growing Role in Film Production Challenges Traditional Roles
Pinewood Studios, a historic center for traditional film production, has secured permission to construct an artificial intelligence (AI) datacentre.
Hollywood debates AI script eligibility for Oscars
Steven Soderbergh's documentary 'John Lennon: The Last Interview' featured AI-generated video of both John Lennon and Yoko Ono, a collaboration with Meta, to recreate a conversation that never physica
AI video platforms: A component of 2026 marketing strategy.
At its Brandcast 2026 event, YouTube announced new AI tools that allow marketers to move from a creative brief to a final 30-minute video production with just a few prompts, leveraging models like Gem
Spotify's Ad-Supported Tiers Shift to User Acquisition by 2026
By 2026, Spotify projects 40% of its revenue will stem from AI-curated premium experiences.
OpenAI Shuts Down Sora, Ushering In New AI Video Platforms
Disney walked away from a three-year character-licensing deal with OpenAI and a potential $1 billion stake, just as OpenAI announced the shutdown of its much-hyped Sora video platform.
What is AI media generation copyright fair use and why does it matter?
In 2025, U.S. courts began issuing the first substantive, merits-stage decisions on whether using copyrighted works for AI training constitutes infringement, marking a pivotal moment for creative indu
What is contextual advertising's privacy-first future?
The global contextual advertising market, valued at USD 301 billion in 2024, is projected to reach an astonishing USD 1.
What Are AI Tools Revolutionizing Programmatic Advertising?
By the end of 2024, AI technologies will influence 60% of all digital ad spending, according to Market Us .
ChatGPT Ad Costs Plummet, Opening Door for Lawyer Ads
The pilot cost for advertising on ChatGPT has plummeted from an initial $60 CPM to as low as $15, making AI-powered ad placements dramatically more accessible than first announced.
UK Developers Swap Film Studios for Data Centers Amid AI Boom
Planning applications for data centers in the UK have surged by 150% in the last two years, directly competing for land with major film studio expansions like Sky Studios Elstree, according to Knight
New York Demands AI Disclosure in Entertainment, Starting Now.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed two distinct AI laws within eight days in December 2025, rapidly establishing a new regulatory framework for synthetic media.
Top 10 Filmmaking Technologies for Independent Directors in 2026
For under $1,000, independent directors can now record 6K open gate video, a resolution once reserved for high-budget productions.
Golden Globes Set AI Eligibility Rules for 2027 Awards Season
For the 2027 Golden Globes, a performance will be considered eligible only if it is primarily derived from a credited human performer's work.
AI Tools Reshape Media Jobs Amidst Exploding Content Market
At a major news organization, an AI assistant now helps journalists focus on in-depth reporting and rigorous analysis, rather than the tedious task of story versioning, according to niemanreports .
Kaltura Launches Avatar Studio for Enterprise Knowledge Videos
For as little as $24 a month, companies can now produce unlimited AI-generated knowledge videos up to 30 minutes long, complete with custom avatars and 1080p export—a capability once reserved for high
AI Tools Elevate Creator Workflows, Reshaping Video Production by 2026
Sight AI's Autopilot Mode now enables content to be produced and auto-published directly to a content management system with zero human intervention.