YouTube independent creators are increasingly outperforming traditional Hollywood productions at the box office through direct audience interaction and high-quality content, marking the decline of traditional Hollywood gatekeepers.
Leo··2 min read
Hollywood's traditional distribution system is facing an onslaught from YouTubers, who are using their robust fan bases and engagement experience to rewrite box office history. This revolution reflects a shift from a focus on star power to creator connection.
Kenji··2 min read
George Clooney and other Hollywood figures backed a new 'Human Consent Standard' to give creators legal control over how AI systems use their likeness and work.
Mark··2 min read
Hollywood screenwriters and professionals are increasingly turning to AI model training as a gig, highlighting a structural shift in the creative economy and deep concerns about the future.
Kenji··1 min read
Paramount is set to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $111 billion, creating a media behemoth under the control of the Ellison family. The deal, which saw Netflix withdraw after alleged political influence, now faces significant antitrust scrutiny from the Department of Justice.
Jasmine··5 min read