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Google Seeks Licensing Deals with Hollywood Studios for AI Training

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Google is attempting to negotiate licensing agreements with major Hollywood studios, including Disney, to train its AI models on copyrighted content. These deals could provide significant financial benefits to the studios while enhancing Google's AI capabilities. However, there are concerns about potential backlash from the public and the impact on the entertainment workforce.

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Primary: The Verge

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Google's outreach to Hollywood studios for licensing agreements marks a strategic shift in its approach to AI development.

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Confirmed Fact

Google could pay a studio like Disney / Pixar around $40 million just for the rights to generate outputs featuring a single copyrighted character.

Confirmed Fact

Lionsgate struck a licensing deal with Runway in 2024.

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Google's DeepMind arm struck a $75 million investment deal with A24 earlier this summer.

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