ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, is making changes to its new AI video generator following accusations from Disney, Paramount, and Hollywood trade groups about copyright infringement. The Seedance 2.0 model, known for creating hyperrealistic videos, raised concerns over unauthorized use of actors’ likenesses.
Samsung’s new advertisement for the upcoming Galaxy S26 launch confirms rumors of a privacy display feature, capable of blacking out content from specific apps. This innovation could have significant implications for market competition and set a new standard for smartphone privacy features.
The introduction of Casio’s AI-powered pet, Moflin, has stirred up mixed emotions among users, with some expressing a deep dislike for the fuzzy puffball. Despite its undeniable cuteness, the pet’s interactive features have caused frustration for some, drawing parallels to past experiences with robotic toys like Furby.
Consumers can witness the historic event of NASA’s Crew-12 mission docking with the International Space Station live, as astronauts conduct scientific experiments to advance technology for future space missions.
Sam Altman’s announcement of Peter Steinberger joining OpenAI highlights a growing trend towards multi-agent AI interactions. Steinberger’s expertise in AI agents, particularly with OpenClaw, brings valuable insights to OpenAI as they navigate the future of AI technology.
The on-screen romance between Grace Van Patten and Jackson White in ‘Tell Me Lies’ resonates with viewers, highlighting the cultural significance of their sweet love story. Fans are captivated by the chemistry between the two actors, further solidifying the impact of their portrayal on audiences.
Co-founder Wieland Speck discusses the past and future of the iconic award that has honored top filmmakers like Pedro Almodóvar and Todd Haynes, showcasing the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ representation in cinema.
Romantic drama ‘Wuthering Heights’ starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi is a box office hit, earning $40 million over the holiday weekend. In contrast, ‘Crime 101’ falls short with only $17.7 million against its $90 million budget, highlighting the tough competition in the film industry.
Projeto Paradiso, a philanthropic initiative supported by the Olga Rabinovich Institute, will hold its third Paradiso Talent Network national meeting in the vibrant Brazilian film capital of Recife. The event marks a significant celebration of Recife’s growing international presence in the film industry.
Variety exclusively debuts a new clip from ‘Light Pillar,’ the debut feature from Chinese writer-director Xu Zao, which is part of the Perspectives section at the Berlin Film Festival. Worldwide sales rights for the film were recently acquired by Dubai-based company Cercamon.
