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FILM
UPP Launches AI-Powered Platform to Revolutionize Hollywood Workflows
Industry veterans from Entertainment Partners and Beats by Dre debut Unified Production Platform to streamline casting, payroll, and analytics.
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Fran Drescher Praises Trump AI Policy: "Protecting Human Creativity is Vital"
FILM
Fran Drescher Praises Trump AI Policy: "Protecting Human Creativity is Vital"
SAG-AFTRA officially backs the administration’s new AI framework, calling for federal legislation to stop unauthorized digital replicas and safeguard performer likenesses.
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BUSINESS
Dolphin Entertainment Hits $56.7 Million Revenue as AI Tech Drives Record Growth
The marketing powerhouse behind Hollywood's biggest stars narrowed its net loss and tripled its Adjusted EBITDA in a standout 2025 fiscal year.
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BUSINESS
Fiverr Challenges Hollywood with New Cinema-Quality AI Video Hub
The freelance marketplace launches a curated hub for AI directors after a 66% surge in demand, signaling a major shift in how brands produce commercials.
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White House AI Blueprint: New “Light Touch” Plan Impacts Hollywood Copyrights
BUSINESS
White House AI Blueprint: New “Light Touch” Plan Impacts Hollywood Copyrights
The Trump administration’s March 20 framework urges Congress to preempt state laws while addressing ongoing legal disputes over AI-trained creative content.
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AI’s $21 Billion Act: Why Hollywood and Gaming are Bracing for a Massive Tech Boom
BUSINESS
AI’s $21 Billion Act: Why Hollywood and Gaming are Bracing for a Massive Tech Boom
The generative AI market in entertainment is forecast to hit $2.8 billion by 2026 as studios and gaming giants integrate cloud-based tools.
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McConaughey Says 'Alright, Alright, Alright' to AI Protection With New Trademarks
FILM
McConaughey Says 'Alright, Alright, Alright' to AI Protection With New Trademarks
The Oscar winner is taking proactive steps to safeguard his voice and image by filing multiple applications with the USPTO to prevent unauthorized AI deepfakes.
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"I Have Never Used AI": Steven Spielberg Defends Human Artistry at SXSW 2026
FILM
"I Have Never Used AI": Steven Spielberg Defends Human Artistry at SXSW 2026
The legendary director tells a SXSW audience that human judgment is irreplaceable in film, confirming his writers' rooms remain entirely human-led.
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Valerie Cherish is Back! Lisa Kudrow’s 'The Comeback' Returns for Final Season
TV
Valerie Cherish is Back! Lisa Kudrow’s 'The Comeback' Returns for Final Season
HBO sets a March 22, 2026, premiere for the third and final chapter of the cult-favorite series, where Valerie faces an AI-scripted Hollywood.
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Hollywood vs. AI: SAG-AFTRA and WGA Launch High-Stakes 2026 Contract Talks
BUSINESS
Hollywood vs. AI: SAG-AFTRA and WGA Launch High-Stakes 2026 Contract Talks
Actors are demanding a 'Tilly tax' on digital clones while writers seek stronger protections as negotiations with the AMPTP officially heat up.
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Netflix Drops Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery as Paramount Skydance Seals $111 Billion Deal
BUSINESS
Netflix Drops Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery as Paramount Skydance Seals $111 Billion Deal
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos exits the race for the historic studio, allowing Paramount Skydance to move forward with a record-breaking acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Hollywood’s AI Revolution: Lionsgate and Disney Lead the High-Tech Charge into 2026
FILM
Hollywood’s AI Revolution: Lionsgate and Disney Lead the High-Tech Charge into 2026
With Lionsgate training AI on 'John Wick' and Disney investing $1 billion in OpenAI, California’s new laws aim to protect actors from becoming 'digital puppets.'
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"Mandatory Disclosure": Academy Weighs New AI Rules for 2026 Oscars
AWARDS
"Mandatory Disclosure": Academy Weighs New AI Rules for 2026 Oscars
As the 98th Academy Awards approach on March 15, 2026, the film industry faces a turning point regarding artificial intelligence in scriptwriting and visual effects.
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Lionsgate Deals and $800M Pauses: How AI is Rewriting the Hollywood Playbook
FILM
Lionsgate Deals and $800M Pauses: How AI is Rewriting the Hollywood Playbook
From Lionsgate’s partnership with Runway to new California laws, the film industry is racing to balance AI innovation with protections for actors and creators.
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Netflix Buys Ben Affleck’s AI Startup 'InterPositive' to Power Future Films
FILM
Netflix Buys Ben Affleck’s AI Startup 'InterPositive' to Power Future Films
The streaming giant announced the acquisition on March 5, bringing the Oscar winner on board as a senior advisor to integrate AI-powered post-production tools.
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SXSW 2026: Spielberg, Fonda, and AI Take Over Austin’s New 'City as a Venue'
CULTURE
SXSW 2026: Spielberg, Fonda, and AI Take Over Austin’s New 'City as a Venue'
With the convention center under construction, the 40th anniversary festival goes decentralized with Jane Fonda, Steven Spielberg, and major tech showcases across downtown.
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Hollywood’s $600 Million Nightmare: Spikerz Reveals Surging Social Media Scams
BUSINESS
Hollywood’s $600 Million Nightmare: Spikerz Reveals Surging Social Media Scams
A new report from security firm Spikerz finds that 41% of entertainment brands are targeted by deepfakes and hacks, threatening the reputations of major studios and stars.
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No Deal Yet: SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP Extend High-Stakes Contract Talks
FILM
No Deal Yet: SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP Extend High-Stakes Contract Talks
Negotiations between the actors' union and major studios move into the week of March 9 as both sides tackle AI and streaming residuals.
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Ben Affleck Sells AI Tech Firm ‘InterPositive’ to Netflix
FILM
Ben Affleck Sells AI Tech Firm ‘InterPositive’ to Netflix
The streaming giant moves to automate post-production as the WGA fights for stricter creative protections in upcoming 2026 contract talks.
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“AI Is a Power Tool”: E! Founder Larry Namer Defends Tech in Hollywood
FILM
“AI Is a Power Tool”: E! Founder Larry Namer Defends Tech in Hollywood
While studios navigate strict new AI regulations from the WGA and SAG-AFTRA, Larry Namer argues the technology will amplify human creativity rather than replace it.
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