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- 1Calls grow to boycott companies using generative AI in film▼RE: https:// discuss.systems/@kali/11736863 2482966291 we should all # boycott all of this shit and every single company
A film community commentator is urging a sweeping boycott of every company involved in generative AI, specifically in relation to art, visual effects and independent film. Writing under hashtags including genAI, VFX and indiefilm, they argue that "enough is enough" and call on others to join the protest. The post reflects ongoing anger among artists and filmmakers over AI's role in creative industries, though it expresses a personal appeal rather than an organised campaign.
- 2Retailers Deploy Generative AI in Ecommerce in 2026●Generative AI in Ecommerce: What Retailers Deployed in 2026
Retailers have moved generative AI from pilots to live deployment across ecommerce operations, with 2026 marking a shift to practical rollouts. Applications being discussed include AI-generated product descriptions, personalized shopping recommendations, virtual try-ons, and automated customer service. Retail analysts are tracking which investments are producing measurable returns and which remain experimental, as adoption widens across online shopping platforms.
- 3AI Startup Suno Launches Tool That Scores Spoken Word●AI Startup Suno’s New Tool Puts Music to Spoken Word
AI music startup Suno has introduced a new tool that adds music to spoken word recordings. Announced in coverage by Bloomberg, the feature lets users turn speech, such as podcasts, voiceovers or narration, into content accompanied by generated music. The launch is being discussed as another step in Suno's rapid rise in generative audio, and as part of the broader debate over AI's role in the music industry.
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Media industry veteran Michael Kassan has invested in OptimizeGEO, a startup reportedly valued at $80 million. The investment comes as generative engine optimization, a field focused on getting brands visible in AI-driven search results, draws growing attention. Industry watchers are closely tracking Kassan's move, seeing it as a signal of where advertising dollars and media strategy may be heading next.