Trump administration backs OpenAI in New York Times copyright lawsuit, says win would threaten national security
The DOJ filed a statement of interest supporting OpenAI, arguing a NYT win in the landmark AI copyright case could harm national security and small newsrooms.
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Nvidia confirms purchase of Hugging Face for nearly $13 billion
The chipmaker's second-largest acquisition ever signals its bet on open-source AI infrastructure.
Adweek · +1 outlets
Norah O'Donnell returns to 'CBS Mornings' as co-host starting Sept. 8
The senior correspondent and former Evening News anchor returns to the network's flagship morning show alongside Gayle King and Nate Burleson.
Deadline · +2 outlets
ABC self-censored due to government pressure, network admits in lawsuit filing
In a lawsuit, ABC acknowledged making coverage decisions based on pressure from the Trump administration and the FCC.
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Publicis wins global PepsiCo media account, withdraws from Coca-Cola pitch
Publicis Groupe lands the consolidated CPG media business, sources say it is stepping away from Coke's global media review.
Adweek · +1 outlets
Telluride Film Festival lineup unveiled with world premieres of 'Elsinore,' 'The Debut,' 'Tender Loving Care'
The 53rd edition kicks off Friday with a stacked slate of Oscar-hopeful world premieres but no major studio releases.
The Hollywood Reporter · +3 outlets
Google's ad business escapes breakup as court rules against forced divestiture
The latest legal decision leaves Google's advertising technology business intact, avoiding a major antitrust remedy.
Digiday · +1 outlets
Trump says media coverage of Iran is 'treasonous' as scrutiny of conflict grows
President Trump attacked the media over Iran coverage while defending Commerce Secretary Lutnick's claim of no American deaths; a top House Republican acknowled
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Washington Post opinion editor Adam O'Neal quietly exits; staffers reportedly relieved
Staffers described O'Neal as a 'nightmare of a manager' according to Status, with even his own hires beginning to revolt.
Mediaite
Neon plots 1,500-theater US release for Korean monster movie 'Hope,' widest for a Korean film since 'Parasite'
The three-hour Cannes epic about a village hunting a mysterious creature gets a wide North American rollout.
Thewrap · +5 outlets
MS NOW adds Crooked Media's 'Lovett or Leave It' to Saturday lineup ahead of midterms
The limited series will air Saturdays starting Sept. 12 as part of MS NOW's expanded partnership with Crooked Media.
Thewrap · +4 outlets
Broadway theaters to dim lights for Dolly Parton, Tim Curry on Sept. 8
The traditional light-dimming ceremony will also honor Clive Davis, Glen Hansard and others.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
'The Odyssey' extends Imax 70mm run through September as ticket sales surpass $450 million
Christopher Nolan's film continues to draw sustained demand, pushing its Imax 70mm engagement through Sept. 30.
Variety · +1 outlets
Tom Hardy officially returning to 'MobLand' as Paramount+ greenlights Season 3
The renewal comes months after reports that Hardy was on the outs following clashes with producers.
Thewrap · +1 outlets
ProPublica opens California operation, continuing expansion outside Manhattan
The nonprofit newsroom continues its geographic growth with a new West Coast bureau.
Niemanlab
Warner Bros Discovery strikes Turkish scripted deal with Dogus Media Group
The partnership will co-finance and co-broadcast shows, starting with romantic comedy-drama 'Tuzlu Kahve'.
Deadline
Disney+ strikes content deal with France's Groupe M6, adding hundreds of episodes
The deal will bring several hundred episodes from four flagship M6 shows to Disney+ in France.
Deadline
Stephen A. Smith and Jemele Hill clash over platforming conservatives in heated exchange
Hill confronted Smith about his decision to host right-wing commentators, including Ben Shapiro, on his show.
Mediaite · +1 outlets