The world has witnessed the premiere of the first-ever reality TV show created entirely with generative artificial intelligence (AI), now streaming on YouTube. The show promises a unique twist on traditional reality entertainment. Titled Non-Player Combat, the series features six AI contestants battling to survive on a deadly island. Each AI is programmed with real […]
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James Cameron rejects generative AI in filmmaking
Hollywood filmmaker James Cameron, celebrated globally for revolutionising visual effects through films like Avatar and Avatar: The Way of Water, has once again clarified his stance on emerging technologies—specifically generative artificial intelligence, which he strongly opposes. Read More: James Cameron plans animated expansion for ‘avatar’ universe In a recent conversation with CBS Sunday Morning, Cameron discussed […]
US losing AI edge to China, warns Databricks co-founder
WASHINGTON – Andy Konwinski, co-founder of Databricks and AI-focused venture firm Laude, has expressed concern that the United States is losing its dominance in artificial intelligence (AI) research to China, describing the shift as an “existential” threat to democracy. Speaking at the Cerebral Valley AI Summit this week, Konwinski noted that PhD students at Berkeley […]
OpenAI developing AI music generator
SAN FRANCISCO – OpenAI is reportedly working on a new artificial intelligence tool that can generate music from both text and audio prompts, according to a report by The Information. The upcoming model could allow users to add music to videos or create instrument accompaniments, such as guitar tracks for vocals, expanding creative possibilities for […]
Netflix goes all-in on AI, stirring Hollywood debate
Netflix is embracing generative AI in its movies and shows, even as Hollywood expresses concern. The streaming giant said it is “very well positioned” to use AI to enhance creativity and efficiency in filmmaking. CEO Ted Sarandos emphasized that AI supports, but does not replace, human storytelling. The company confirmed it used AI in The […]
Generative AI apps surge in 2025, revenues double to $1.87 billion
Generative AI apps have experienced explosive growth in the first half of 2025, with downloads reaching 1.7 billion and in-app revenue doubling to $1.87 billion. This marks a significant jump from 1 billion downloads and $932 million in revenue during the second half of 2024, according to a new Sensor Tower report. Asia led the […]