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McConaughey Says 'Alright, Alright, Alright' to AI Protection With New Trademarks
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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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Native Instruments Enters Formal Insolvency as CEO Confirms Active Sale Process
BUSINESS
Native Instruments Enters Formal Insolvency as CEO Confirms Active Sale Process
CEO Nick Williams announces strong interest from multiple buyers as the music tech giant undergoes a major legal and financial restructuring.
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Russ Triggers 'Massive Frenzy' at Secret SXSW Listening Party
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Russ Triggers 'Massive Frenzy' at Secret SXSW Listening Party
Hundreds of fans flooded Austin's Devil May Care lounge on Tuesday after the independent rapper announced a surprise pop-up event on social media.
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TikTok’s “Enshittification” Crisis: Why Users Are Deleting the App in 2026
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TikTok’s “Enshittification” Crisis: Why Users Are Deleting the App in 2026
A March 6 report from Norway’s Consumer Council slams TikTok for prioritizing profit over people, fueling a wave of departures from the ByteDance-owned platform.
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HBO Max’s ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Family Guy’ Spinoff Win Big in California’s $871M Tax Credit Boost
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HBO Max’s ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Family Guy’ Spinoff Win Big in California’s $871M Tax Credit Boost
The California Film Commission grants major incentives to 16 productions, marking the first time animation and reality TV join the program to fuel $1.3 billion in growth.
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The $11.5 Billion Beat: Music Catalog Gold Rush Hits New Peaks in 2026
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The $11.5 Billion Beat: Music Catalog Gold Rush Hits New Peaks in 2026
Investors are pouring capital into global music rights and tech platforms like Revelator as the US recording industry celebrates record-breaking annual sales.
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Commercials Are Back: Ad-Supported Plans to Drive All Streaming Growth by 2026
BUSINESS
Commercials Are Back: Ad-Supported Plans to Drive All Streaming Growth by 2026
New data shows Netflix, Disney+, and Max will rely entirely on ad-supported tiers for U.S. expansion as premium subscription prices continue to climb.
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Diné Artist Ramonda Holiday Finds Healing and Identity in New Album ‘To the Core’
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Diné Artist Ramonda Holiday Finds Healing and Identity in New Album ‘To the Core’
The R&B musician shares a powerful journey of sobriety and advocacy through her latest musical project and her non-profit work.
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Tubi Report: 90% of Viewers Are Trading Passive Watching for "Purposeful" Streaming
TV
Tubi Report: 90% of Viewers Are Trading Passive Watching for "Purposeful" Streaming
Fox Corporation’s "The Stream 2026" study shows audiences are ditching scheduled TV for intentional, free, ad-supported content as subscription costs rise.
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Lewis Hamilton Fuels Kim Kardashian Romance Rumors After Oscars Party
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Lewis Hamilton Fuels Kim Kardashian Romance Rumors After Oscars Party
The F1 champion and the SKIMS mogul have fans buzzing following a flirty social media interaction and a string of high-profile 2026 appearances.
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Hollywood's Cold Front: Production Plummets as Studios Slash Jobs
FILM
Hollywood's Cold Front: Production Plummets as Studios Slash Jobs
From Disney layoffs to an $800 million spending drop in Georgia, the industry faces an "existential" crunch following the 2023 strikes.
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Britney Spears Arrested for DUI: Pop Star to Seek 'Necessary Help' After Ventura County Incident
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Britney Spears Arrested for DUI: Pop Star to Seek 'Necessary Help' After Ventura County Incident
The singer was taken into custody on March 4 following reports of erratic driving and is scheduled to appear in court this May.
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“The Fan Edit Is the New Trailer”: How Lionsgate and HBO Are Hacking the TikTok Algorithm
FILM
“The Fan Edit Is the New Trailer”: How Lionsgate and HBO Are Hacking the TikTok Algorithm
Major studios like Lionsgate and Netflix are ditching traditional teasers for viral, fan-made aesthetics to capture Gen Z audiences through authentic, high-energy digital content.
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The Great Gaming Pivot: AI and Creator Content Rise Amid Massive Studio Cuts
BUSINESS
The Great Gaming Pivot: AI and Creator Content Rise Amid Massive Studio Cuts
Microsoft and Sony lead a shift toward sustainable growth as Unity’s 2024 report reveals 62% of studios now embrace AI development tools.
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Tinashe Set to Headline ASU’s Devilpalooza 2026
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Tinashe Set to Headline ASU’s Devilpalooza 2026
The Arizona State University Programming and Activities Board confirmed the R&B star will perform a free show in Tempe on March 28.
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Olivia Rodrigo Honored With UMG x REVERB Amplifier Award for "Fund 4 Good"
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Olivia Rodrigo Honored With UMG x REVERB Amplifier Award for "Fund 4 Good"
The singer is being celebrated for her commitment to reproductive rights and girls’ education throughout her global Guts World Tour.
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Georgia's Film Boom Hits a "Painful Reset" as Spending Plummets to $2.3 Billion
FILM
Georgia's Film Boom Hits a "Painful Reset" as Spending Plummets to $2.3 Billion
Production spending in the Peach State dropped by nearly 50% as Marvel Studios moves major projects like "Thunderbolts" to the United Kingdom.
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SXSW 2026: Spielberg, Fonda, and AI Take Over Austin’s New 'City as a Venue'
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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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Alabama's Soul Legacy: 'I'll Take You There' Debuts on YouTube Today
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Alabama's Soul Legacy: 'I'll Take You There' Debuts on YouTube Today
The documentary traces the powerful link between Muscle Shoals' FAME Recording Studios and the American Civil Rights Movement.
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Pixar Heading Back to Monstropolis: Pete Docter Confirms 'Monsters, Inc.' Sequel
FILM
Pixar Heading Back to Monstropolis: Pete Docter Confirms 'Monsters, Inc.' Sequel
Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter reveals the studio is actively developing a new installment in the beloved Mike and Sully franchise.
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