Topic: ai characters
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AI Actress Tilly Norwood: Hollywood Threat or Publicity Stunt?
The announcement of Tilly Norwood, an AI-generated actress seeking agency representation, has sparked intense debate and backlash, reflecting deep-seated industry anxieties about AI's role in entertainment. Industry experts clarify that AI like Tilly is not yet a threat to human actors' jobs, as ...
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Hollywood Rejects AI Actress Tilly Norwood
Tilly Norwood, an AI-generated actress created by Particle6, has sparked controversy in Hollywood by posing as a real person on social media and seeking representation, drawing criticism from industry professionals. Prominent actress Emily Blunt and the union SAG-AFTRA have condemned the use of s...
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Meta Blocks Teens From Messaging Its AI Characters
Meta is temporarily blocking teenagers from interacting with its AI characters to develop a new, improved version with integrated parental controls for both adults and younger users. The decision was driven by parental feedback requesting more oversight, leading the company to prioritize building...
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Rockstar Co-Founder: AI's Potential Is Overhyped
Dan Houser believes AI's current capabilities are overhyped by tech firms and that it falls short of being the revolutionary tool many claim, expressing concern that the industry prioritizes profit over creativity. He argues that major tech companies often start with altruistic goals but face a "...
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Character.AI Launches Teen Stories After Chat Ban
Character.AI is introducing a "Stories" feature for younger users, replacing open-ended chats with structured, choose-your-own-adventure narratives to guide them toward more conservative AI interactions. This strategic shift is driven by legal challenges, including lawsuits alleging the platform'...
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McDonald's AI-Generated Christmas Ad Fails to Resonate
McDonald's Netherlands released a controversial AI-generated holiday ad framing the season as "the most terrible time of the year," suggesting people hide in its restaurants, which sparked significant online criticism. The ad faced backlash for its negative message and technical flaws in generati...
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