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Yamaha Names Seiichi Yamaguchi New President of U.S. Operations
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Yamaha Names Seiichi Yamaguchi New President of U.S. Operations
Seiichi Yamaguchi will succeed retiring President Tom Sumner at the Buena Park-based company on April 1, 2026.
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Hollywood’s AI Revolution: Lionsgate and Disney Lead the High-Tech Charge into 2026
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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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Static on the Airwaves: Music Broadcast Ltd Stock Plummets to Record Lows
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Static on the Airwaves: Music Broadcast Ltd Stock Plummets to Record Lows
The Radio City parent company saw shares drop nearly 5% this week following a 28.91% year-on-year decline in quarterly net sales.
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Nezza and Hermanos Espinoza Headline 'De Los' Showcase at SXSW 2026
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Nezza and Hermanos Espinoza Headline 'De Los' Showcase at SXSW 2026
The Los Angeles Times brings its Latino-centric vertical to Austin's Mala Fama with a lineup featuring Vanita Leo and Tropa Magica.
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Mattel Goes Full Hollywood: CEO Outlines Massive 2026 IP Expansion
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Mattel Goes Full Hollywood: CEO Outlines Massive 2026 IP Expansion
At the UBS Global Consumer and Retail Conference, Mattel announced a $150 million digital investment, two new movies, and double-digit growth for Hot Wheels.
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‘Ordinary’ Success: Alex Warren Secures Top 5 Billboard Spot as ‘Fever Dream’ Debuts
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‘Ordinary’ Success: Alex Warren Secures Top 5 Billboard Spot as ‘Fever Dream’ Debuts
Alex Warren dominates the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of March 14, 2026, as “Ordinary” stays strong and his new single “Fever Dream” officially hits the charts.
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WGA Takes on AI: New Contract Talks with AMPTP Begin Next Week
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WGA Takes on AI: New Contract Talks with AMPTP Begin Next Week
Writers Guild of America members approve a bold bargaining agenda focused on AI training compensation, pay increases, and healthcare benefits ahead of upcoming negotiations.
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"Mandatory Disclosure": Academy Weighs New AI Rules for 2026 Oscars
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"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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"A Perfect Storm": Ice Cube’s 'War of the Worlds' Sweeps 2026 Razzies
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"A Perfect Storm": Ice Cube’s 'War of the Worlds' Sweeps 2026 Razzies
The sci-fi remake took home five "dishonors" including Worst Picture, while Rebel Wilson was named Worst Actress for her role in "Bride Hard."
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Lionsgate Deals and $800M Pauses: How AI is Rewriting the Hollywood Playbook
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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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"Pay Only for What You Watch": YouTube TV Debuts New Low-Cost Genre Plans
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"Pay Only for What You Watch": YouTube TV Debuts New Low-Cost Genre Plans
The streaming giant is rolling out 12 customizable bundles for sports, entertainment, and news, potentially saving users up to $28 a month.
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James Blake Reclaims Independence with New Seventh Studio Album 'Trying Times'
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James Blake Reclaims Independence with New Seventh Studio Album 'Trying Times'
The Grammy winner launches his first full-length project under his own Good Boy Records, featuring collaborations with Dave and Monica Martin.
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Netflix Trims Product and Creative Teams in Strategic Restructure
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Netflix Trims Product and Creative Teams in Strategic Restructure
Approximately 50 employees were impacted as the streaming giant streamlines its global operations following recent leadership changes.
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Bachata's Secret Weapon Steps Out: Yenddi Goes Viral with Hit Single 'Yo No He Llorado'
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Bachata's Secret Weapon Steps Out: Yenddi Goes Viral with Hit Single 'Yo No He Llorado'
Dominican singer Yenddi finds solo stardom as his latest tracks garner millions of streams, leading to a newly announced tour for August 2026.
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BuzzFeed Signals "Going Concern" Risk Following $57.3 Million Annual Loss
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BuzzFeed Signals "Going Concern" Risk Following $57.3 Million Annual Loss
The digital media company reported $185.3 million in 2025 revenue and is now launching a strategic review to address liquidity challenges and unlock asset value.
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Bruno Mars Sweeps Billboard as ‘The Romantic’ and ‘I Just Might’ Hit No. 1
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Bruno Mars Sweeps Billboard as ‘The Romantic’ and ‘I Just Might’ Hit No. 1
The pop superstar achieves his first simultaneous chart-topping debut on both the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 as his new album and lead single dominate the charts.
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Hollywood’s $600 Million Nightmare: Spikerz Reveals Surging Social Media Scams
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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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Universal Pictures Extends Theatrical Windows: 45-Day Minimum Coming Soon
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Universal Pictures Extends Theatrical Windows: 45-Day Minimum Coming Soon
Universal Pictures is increasing its exclusive theatrical stay to five weekends in 2026 and a full 45 days by 2027, moving away from the previous 17-day digital release model.
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Atlanta Braves Launch "Braves.TV" to End Local Blackouts in 2026
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Atlanta Braves Launch "Braves.TV" to End Local Blackouts in 2026
Fans can now stream over 140 live games and original content directly through the new service for $99.99 per season.
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Reggie Dinkins Smashes Records: Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe Hit 13M Viewers
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Reggie Dinkins Smashes Records: Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe Hit 13M Viewers
NBC's "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins" doubles its audience since its January premiere, becoming a massive multi-platform hit for the network and Peacock.
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