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OpenAI seemingly forgot how AI testers / the Internet worked, when they gave out platform access to some testers, and unsurprisingly, footage of those tests leaked out. OpenAI is now scrambling to revoke access to those artists after the leakers claimed they leaked it for unpaid labor. These artists said they felt exploited for providing research and development and not really supporting artistic development.

PR puppets, the group behind the leak, is aiming to try to get a more equitable relationship between AI tech and artists. OpenAI responded to this leak by temporarily halting access, claiming that the test was voluntary without any obligation to provide feedback.

The “good” news, is it shows what Sora can do, but the footage that was leaked didn’t seem better than currently available GenAI Video models. It doesn't seem like OpenAI went with malicious intent, and instead, PR puppets wanted to be paid for providing testing as is expected in other indusstries.

If you are specifically seeking out experts, you should pay them for their time. You pay them for their time in most industries, why would you not do this here? OpenAI wants to hide behind the notion of “voluntary testing”, which doesn't really hold up.

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AI Pitching

Andrew Robinson of Runningbird and Mindcorp recently showed off how AI aids in creating pitch materials like synopses, decks, storyboards, and sizzle reels. They hope AI's agility and speed will help producers understand and visualize stories with minimal effort and budget.

The problem?

This is almost like developing a new way to develop film for everyday users after the release of a digital camera. This technology benefits the large studio model, but if the film / tv of the future is produced with smaller teams or even one-person this mass review / production of material is likely less important.

Your Phone isn’t Listening, but Should AI?

Many of you believe that your phone is still listening to you, despite stories and podcasts convincing that it's not true. Now there appears to be more fear about AI developing a digital profile of you and knowing more about you than Google or Meta.

In response, the advertising industry is considering something called contextual targeting, which aims to use less personal data and be more focused on recognizing patterns across content, in order to show ads that are relevant to you. This should be a happy medium between people who want to see relevant ads but don't want to have their personal data just sold everywhere on the Internet.

AI.Putin

"Putin," directed by Patryck Vega, examines Vladimir Putin's life and ascent to power, using AI technology to create a realistic portrayal by actor Slawomir Sobala.

The film explores Putin's manipulation of Russian bureaucracies and his control over media, depicted through scenes like smuggling toilet paper into Moscow.

With a budget of $14 million, the movie was filmed across multiple countries, including risky locations like Chernobyl, reflecting the director's commitment to authenticity.