formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
The Gates Foundation said the decision was made after “careful consideration” and “to ensure the focus remains on the [summit’s] key priorities”, but did not elaborate. Source: Bill Gates pulls out of India’s AI summit over Epstein files controversy
The German festival curated a competition with strong moments and many films about families on the verge of collapse. Yet what played on the screens was overshadowed by the media uproar. Source: Berlinale 2026: When cinema (good, bad, mediocre) is … Continued
The Titanic filmmaker wrote a letter to Senator Mike Lee, the chair of the Senate subcommittee on antitrust, competitive policy and consumer rights, on 10 February, warning that the theatrical experience could become “a sinking ship” if the streaming service … Continued
“We do not believe there is a filmmaker screening in this festival who is indifferent to what is happening in this world.” Source: Berlin Film Festival issue statement defending jury after “media storm”, say artists should not be “expected to … Continued
Belfast City Council looks set to suspend its use of social media site X, formerly known as Twitter, following recent concerns over its AI tool Grok. Source: Belfast City Council set to suspend X use over AI deepfake concerns
Called I know, You’re Not Mine – Jag vet, du är inte min – it is currently top of the Spotify playlist of Sweden’s most popular songs. But the singer is a digital creation and the country’s music industry body … Continued