formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
The Dutch government has taken control of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned chipmaker based in the Netherlands, in a bid to safeguard the European supply of semiconductors for cars and other electronic goods and protect Europe’s economic security. Nexperia’s owner Wingtech said … Continued
Musicians have long criticized the streaming service’s paltry payouts, but a new wave of boycotts is emerging. Source: ‘Death to Spotify’: the DIY movement to get artists and fans to quit the music app | Spotify | The Guardian
Baher Agbariya, an Academy Award-nominated producer based in Haifa, said he agreed with the political objectives of those boycotting Israel, but implored the 5,000 signatories — including Emma Stone and Joaquin Phoenix — to engage in conversations with local filmmakers … Continued
CAA and UTA call the AI-powered, hyperrealistic video app a “misuse” of emerging technology and “exploitation, not innovation,” respectively, while WME opted all its clients out. Source: Major Talent Agencies Circle the Wagons As Sora 2 Rattles the Industry
The author has rebuffed conciliatory remarks made by the Harry Potter actor, saying Watson has ‘enthusiastically participated’ in the ‘trashing of women’s rights’ Source: ‘She is ignorant of how ignorant she is’: JK Rowling responds to Emma Watson rift | … Continued
ACTRA’s comments come after similar statements from U.S. actors union SAG-AFTRA and U.K. acting union Equity. Source: Canada Actors Union ACTRA Condemns AI Actress Tilly Norwood