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Stability AI, an artificial intelligence startup, announced on Tuesday that renowned filmmaker James Cameron, director of blockbuster hits such as Titanic and The Terminator, has joined the company’s board. Cameron’s appointment signals a deeper interest in the potential of AI-driven tools in the film industry, especially as Hollywood grapples with soaring production costs and the rapid rise of generative AI. The partnership comes at a time when generative AI technologies are gaining significant traction in the entertainment sector. Earlier this year, OpenAI’s text-to-video tool, Sora, made headlines with its ability to create high-quality videos, prompting interest from Hollywood executives. Industry…
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