The longest actors’ strike in Hollywood history ended with an agreement that requires studios to get consent and pay performers for using AI-created digital replicas – but AI could still drastically change the industry Source link
People remember nonexistent film remakes after seeing deepfakes Shutterstock/Frame Stock Footage Deepfakes that insert an actor into movies they never starred in are convincing enough to create false memories of Hollywood film remakes that never existed. But researchers also found that deepfakes do not have a uniquely powerful influence on people’s minds compared to the … Read more
Fran Drescher, president of the SAG-AFTRA union during a press conference announcing the beginning of the strike Etienne Laurent/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Disagreement over the use of artificial intelligence is playing a starring role as US actors began a strike following weeks of failed negotiations with Hollywood studios. At stake is who may retain control over any digital … Read more
Mandy Patinkin, known for his performance in The Princess Bride, joined writers on strike in New York City Erik McGregor/LightRocket via Getty Images Actor Tom Hanks speculated in a recent interview that artificial intelligence could one day recreate him on screen, which could keep his likeness performing long after his death. “I could be hit … Read more
Using existing scripts to train AIs and deploying the technology to draft new scripts are major concerns in the ongoing Hollywood writers’ strike David McNew/Getty Images Could AI soon write your favourite Hollywood film or streaming show? That concern is one of the issues driving a US film and television writers’ strike that has halted … Read more
From Goldfinger to No Time to Die, James Bond has long showcased the latest tech advances. Might 007’s next adventure involve protecting a low-cost, lightweight, high-capacity battery from sinister forces, asks Kathryn Harkup Technology | Comment 23 November 2022 By Kathryn Harkup Simone Rotella SIXTY years ago, Sean Connery first introduced himself as Bond, James … Read more