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PixVerse officially releases the V4.5 video model, adding over 20 movie-grade lens controls and multi-image reference features, as well as smoother processing capabilities for complex actions (https://pixverse.ai). This update significantly improves video generation quality and creative freedom, consolidating PixVerse’s leading position in the AI video generation field. AIbase observes that the release of V4.5 has quickly sparked global creator discussions, hailed as a milestone in movie-grade AI video creation. Core features: professional.

A remarkable startup is developing a groundbreaking AI system that promises to give creators unprecedented capabilities for generating cinematic worlds. The company, named Odyssey, employs a unique approach: having staff carry specialized camera systems to gather scene data from around the globe. Founded by autonomous driving experts Oliver Cameron and Jeff Hawke, Odyssey recently completed an $18 million Series A funding round led by EQT Ventures.

The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has recently signed an agreement with the AI company Ethovox to protect actors' rights in artificial intelligence voice models. The primary goal of this agreement is to establish a responsible framework for the use of AI in the entertainment industry, ensuring that actors' rights are upheld in the new technological era. Under this agreement, actors will receive upfront payments when recording their voices and will share in subsequent revenues. This means that actors will be compensated fairly when their voices are used in AI models.

Recently, 26 prominent Japanese voice actors, including Nakao Ryusei, Yamadera Koichi, Kaji Yuki, Fukuyama Jun, and Nakamura Daiki, formed a group called 'No More Mudan Seisei AI' to oppose the unauthorized use of AI-generated voice acting. The group released a video where Nakao Ryusei expressed his astonishment at his voice being sold without permission and urged listeners to consider voice actors' views on the unauthorized use of generative artificial intelligence. Following this, the other 25 voice actors joined in the call.

Recently, California's artificial intelligence safety bill SB1047 has sparked intense competition between Hollywood and Silicon Valley. While it remains unclear whether California Governor Gavin Newsom will sign the bill, several high-profile celebrities have come forward to urge him to support the legislation. The image credit note states: Image generated by AI, image provided by Midjourney. This open letter has over 125 signatures from Hollywood stars, including Ava DuVernay, Jane Fonda, and J.J. Abrams. The letter states, 'We firmly believe that artificial intelligence...

Recently, AI startup Runway announced a collaboration with renowned film production company Lionsgate. This news has caused quite a stir in the film industry, as it marks the first agreement between a major film company and an AI video model provider. Runway is headquartered in New York City and has received support from companies like Google. Although Runway's technology has already been used by some filmmakers in Hollywood, such as in the Oscar-winning film 'Everything Everywhere All at Once',

In California, Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed two new laws, vowing to safeguard the digital images of actors and other performers. These bills aim to protect actors from the unauthorized use of their digital likenesses or voices both during their lifetimes and posthumously. This move comes against the backdrop of growing concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on the labor of artists. In a video posted on social media, Newsom stated: 'We talk about California as the state of dreams and doers. Many dreamers come here, but sometimes their voices are not fully represented.'

California has passed new legislation AB1836, which requires explicit consent from the estates of deceased performers before creating AI replicas for various digital representations in films, television, and games. The law aims to enhance the protection of performers' rights in the era of artificial intelligence. The SAG-AFTRA union has expressed its support and is collaborating with AI companies Narrativ and ElevenLabs to establish a platform that allows actors to license their voice AI clones, ensuring control over how and where their likeness is used. This initiative will not only impact Hollywood.

Tom Hanks has issued a warning on social media, alerting the public to be cautious of fraudulent ads that misuse his image, pointing out that these ads are created using artificial intelligence to promote so-called miracle cures and wonder drugs. He emphasized that he is not associated with such ads or products and that genuine medical advice should come from professionals. Hanks' warning has raised concerns about the safety of celebrity and public figures' images, especially in the digital age where this misuse is becoming increasingly common. In response to this issue, Tennessee has passed the 'Image and Voice Safety Act' aimed at...

According to multiple media reports, social media giant Meta is actively in talks to incorporate voices of several well-known actors and influencers for its AI products. This new feature may debut as early as this year's Meta Connect conference in September.

A conflict has erupted between Hollywood actors and video game companies over actors' rights, focusing on the use of artificial intelligence in game production. Over 300 actors protested outside Warner Bros. studio due to stalled negotiations between SAG-AFTRA and major game developers regarding protections for actors in the AI era. SAG-AFTRA fears that advancements in AI could allow companies to replicate actors' voices and images without fair c....

Hollywood actors and artists' unions plan to strike due to concerns that video game publishers are abusing artificial intelligence (AI) technology, which they believe not only reduces job opportunities for actors but also threatens their career prospects and income. They accuse publishers of over-relying on AI, potentially using AI to replace real actors in roles, sparking widespread discussion on the use of AI in the entertainment industry. Actors are demanding measures to ensure that the use of AI technology does not harm them. This strike highlights the potential conflict between advancements in AI technology and human employment.

微软近期发布了一款零样本文本到语音（TTS）模型VALLE-2，该成果在技术界引发热议，被认为是TTS领域的里程碑。VALLE-2的创新之处在于其零样本学习能力，仅需一小段陌生语音样本，便能模仿声音说任意文本，实现了惊人的即时模仿和编码器分组。它还改进了重复感知采样，提高解码稳定性，并简化了数据需求。在主观评分和客观指标的测试中，VALLE-2超越了前代模型VALLE，几乎达到人类语音水平。然而，强大的语音模仿能力也引发了对Deepfake技术滥用的担忧，特别是关于伦理考量和潜在风险，如模型对非英美口音处理能力及计算效率的改进空间。当前，微软仅将其作为研究项目，并强调了合成语音检测和授权机制的重要性。未来在语音助手、内容创作等领域的应用值得期待，同时需要关注技术的伦理使用与风险防控。更多关于VALLE-2的信息可访问项目页面：Microsoft官网。

Under the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology, the dubbing industry in Australia is facing unprecedented challenges. Recently, the Australian Voice Actors Association (AAVA) submitted a report to the parliamentary committee, indicating that the jobs of approximately 5000 local voice actors are at serious risk. They fear that with the emergence of cheap generative AI cloned voices, their work could be completely replaced.The "Canary" in the Dubbing IndustrySimon Kennedy, the p

Recently, Hollywood visual effects provider DNEG Group successfully secured a $200 million strategic investment from Abu Dhabi investors. This investment will help drive the development of AI-driven CGI tools under the DNEG Group, including the newly established Brahma, to simplify the creation process of visual effects.It is reported that Brahmas AI creator solution will utilize over 25 years of VFX data to generate realistic visual effects. This investment by United Al Saqer Group (UASG) will

OpenAI has showcased its video generation AI system Sora to Hollywood studios and directors. Sora may be publicly released this year, sparking Hollywood's acceptance of AI technology in film production. The use of AI-generated imagery has prompted debates over job roles and authorship, which continue to evolve. The demonstration of Sora has garnered industry attention, and Hollywood's attitude towards AI technology in filmmaking remains to be seen.

Famous Hollywood tycoon Tyler Perry has halted an $800 million investment project. He believes the newly released generative video model Sora will have a significant impact on the film industry. Sora will simplify the filmmaking process and may lead to job losses in certain positions. Tyler Perry expressed that the speed of AI technology development has shocked him, and the film industry will face challenges.