What happens when an AI named Truth Terminal, with a starting fund of $50,000 in Bitcoin, decides to create a cryptocurrency based on an internet meme? You get GOAT, a digital currency now worth over $250 million. This unusual event highlights how AI can not only join in on internet culture but also significantly impact the economy through its creations.

Director Dave Clark has unveiled the trailer for "Hummingbird," a Sci-Fi short film entirely generated using advanced AI technologies, including groundbreaking lip-sync methods and AI-driven video and music creation. This project showcases how AI can empower creators to produce complex films independently, potentially revolutionizing the filmmaking process.

Filmmakers in Southeast Asia are taking cues from the global success of Korean shows and movies. They're blending local stories with themes that appeal worldwide, investing in better production, and using both local and global platforms to share their work. They're adapting popular foreign shows to fit their culture, nurturing local talent, and seeking more government backing to make their mark on the world stage.

Martin Lewis, a British financial journalist, has highlighted the escalating sophistication of online scams, where a fake BBC News article was used to deceive people into revealing their bank details. He warns of the new "wild west" of digital fraud, where AI-generated impersonations of public figures are becoming increasingly common to lure victims.

Penguin Random House is taking a stand by changing its copyright terms to prevent the use of their books for training AI. This step reflects growing concerns in the publishing world about protecting authors' works as AI begins to generate content.

Midjourney is set to launch an advanced web tool for AI-driven image editing, allowing users to manipulate web images with new textures and details. This tool will initially be available to a limited group, amidst concerns over potential misuse like deepfakes, which have seen a 900% increase this year.

Rumors are swirling about "Half-Life 3" with leaks suggesting it'll bring groundbreaking changes to gaming with realistic physics and smart AI interactions. Valve aims to make every game element, from environments to characters, react more naturally to what players do.

A recent poll shows that while many Americans worry about AI meddling in elections, there's also a surprising trust in AI for job assistance and other critical tasks. Interestingly, over half of the respondents have used AI to create content, highlighting a mix of fear and fascination with the technology.

Perplexity AI is looking to significantly increase its value to $9 billion, aiming to challenge giants like Google with a major funding boost.

The Federation of European Risk Management Associations (Ferma) has provided insights on how the EU AI Act could affect businesses, offering advice on managing risks associated with new AI regulations.