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The FCC is beginning to block gadgets with ‘foreign surveillance chips’
The FCC has begun blocking consumer gadgets containing chips from companies deemed national security threats, starting with devices using a HiVision surveillance chip linked to Huawei.
Canva’s first AI image model plans designs before generating them
Canva launched Craft, an AI image generation model with a two-stage planning architecture designed to compete with offerings from OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. The model generates images up to 2K resolution and supports over 30 aspect ratios.
Orthodox church sends medieval prince’s remains to Russian troops in Ukraine
The Russian Orthodox Church has sent a fragment of a medieval prince’s remains to troops in Ukraine, stating the relic would spiritually strengthen soldiers and aid their war effort.
More than 20 million Medicare beneficiaries may get one-time $90 payment — here’s who qualifies
More than 20 million Medicare beneficiaries will receive a one-time $90 payment to help offset their Part B premiums, the White House announced Friday.
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Big tech goes to Hollywood: is Silicon Valley ready for a silver-screen reckoning?
Hollywood faces a reckoning as major tech companies acquire significant media stakes, potentially influencing which tech-focused stories get greenlit for production.
If You Prompt a Movie or Song Into Existence With AI, You Shouldn’t Be Able to Profit From It
An industry executive argues that AI-generated creative content should be prohibited from copyright protection and clearly labeled, proposing legislative protections for human artists in film, music, and other creative fields.
‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood’ Returns — and Reunions Don’t Last Long
The second season of Outlander: Blood of My Blood premieres September 18 on Starz, following separated couples through the Jacobite rising of 1715 and time-travel complications.
‘Big Mistakes’ Season 2 Casts Lorenzo de Moor, Poorna Jagannathan
Netflix’s “Big Mistakes” Season 2 has added Lorenzo de Moor and Poorna Jagannathan to its cast in recurring roles, joining returning stars Dan Levy and Taylor Ortega.
Joko Anwar’s ‘Satan’s Slaves: Origin’ Boarded by Barunson E&A for International Sales
Director Joko Anwar’s horror prequel “Satan’s Slaves: Origin” has been acquired for international sales by Korean studio Barunson E&A, launching to buyers at Toronto Film Festival this September.
The Sphere Is Adding Enhanced 4D Effects to ‘The Wizard of Oz’
The Sphere in Las Vegas is enhancing its immersive Wizard of Oz experience with new 4D effects including animatronic flying monkeys, pyrotechnics, and scented elements.
‘Harry Potter’ Series, ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘The White Lotus’ on the Slate as HBO Max Sets October Launch on Prime Video, Hulu Japan
HBO Max will launch on Prime Video and Hulu Japan in October, offering access to programming including a new HBO original ‘Harry Potter’ series debuting at Christmas.
Ariana Grande Has to Wear “Cozy Footwear” During Final London Shows After Suffering “Minor Injury”
Ariana Grande will wear casual footwear instead of her signature heels during her final two London concert dates after sustaining a minor foot injury requiring bandaging.
Sheri Herman, Pioneering Cable and Digital Executive With E! Entertainment, AEN, Dies at 71
Sheri Herman, a pioneering cable and digital media executive who helped launch E! Entertainment Television, died of heart failure in Florida at age 71.
‘Love Island USA’ Returns for Season 8 Reunion: When and Where to Watch Online
Love Island USA Season 8 reunion airs on Peacock, featuring the winning couple Trinity Tatum and Bryce Alakai seven weeks after the finale concluded.
AMC Theatres Launches Indie Distribution Label Leawood Films; Veteran Hollywood Execs to Advise
AMC Theatres announced the launch of Leawood Films, a distribution label advised by veteran Hollywood executives including former Warner Bros. chairman Toby Emmerich, to acquire and distribute independent films across theaters.
Mel Gibson Apologizes For “Thoughtless Idiocy” in Using Mock Sign Language at Fan Expo Canada
Mel Gibson apologized after appearing to mock an American Sign Language interpreter during a weekend appearance at Fan Expo Canada, calling his actions “thoughtless idiocy.”