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French actor Denis Podalydès files legal complaint over AI-generated voice deepfakes on YouTube

French actor Denis Podalydès has launched legal action against the creator of a YouTube channel accused of using artificial intelligence to replicate his voice without permission, in a case that highlights the growing legal and ethical challenges surrounding AI-generated content. The complaint......

YouTube expands its entertainment ecosystem through Peacock partnership with NBCUniversal

YouTube is expanding its position in the digital entertainment market through a new partnership with NBCUniversal that will bring selected Peacock content directly to YouTube Premium subscribers in the United States starting next year. Under the agreement, eligible subscribers will be able to access......

Google ends YouTube support for older Android phones

Google has begun phasing out technical support for the YouTube application on smartphones running older versions of the Android operating system, a move that could affect a large number of users with outdated devices. The change reportedly applies to phones running Android 6.0 Marshmallow and earlier......

France moves toward social media ban for children under 15 amid growing safety concerns

French lawmakers are set to vote on a proposed law that would restrict social media access for children under the age of 15, placing France among a growing number of countries seeking stricter protections for minors online. The measure reflects rising concerns among policymakers, parents and educators......

Netflix shares fall 9% as weak forecast raises fresh concerns over future growth

Netflix shares fell sharply on Friday after the streaming giant issued a weaker-than-expected earnings outlook, reigniting investor concerns about the company’s ability to maintain its rapid expansion in an increasingly competitive entertainment market. The company’s stock dropped 9.2% in......

EU court confirms Google fine over illegal gambling advertising on YouTube

The European Union’s highest court has upheld a €750,000 ($854,250) fine imposed on Google by Italian regulators over gambling-related advertising displayed on its YouTube platform, strengthening the legal responsibility of major digital platforms for content shared through commercial partnerships. The......

Claudette Walker, beloved ‘YouTube Grandma’ and French actress, dies at 86

French actress Claudette Walker, whose career spanned television, film and digital entertainment, has died at the age of 86. While she built a reputation through numerous supporting roles on screen, she also became widely recognized by a younger generation of viewers thanks to her memorable appearances......

Google claims YouTube terms allow AI music training rights

Google has asked a US federal court to dismiss a lawsuit brought by independent musicians over the use of copyrighted music to train its AI music model. The company argues that content uploaded to YouTube falls under a broad licensing agreement that authorises reuse by Google and its affiliates. The......

American YouTuber showcases China’s high-tech cars to global visitors

An American content creator is drawing international attention to China’s rapidly evolving automotive sector by offering guided tours of vehicles rarely accessible to U.S. consumers. At the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, YouTuber Ethan Robertson has been leading groups of foreign......