A24 Faces Backlash Over Google AI Partnership

A24 is moving to integrate artificial intelligence tools into its filmmaking process through a partnership with Google DeepMind, aiming to influence how these technologies are developed for creators. According to A24’s Shin, the studio seeks a seat at the table to ensure artists have a voice in shaping the tools they use, rather than having … Read more

Drake’s ‘Habibti’ Moment: The Arab Internet Cycle

The New Sonic Silk Road: From Sampling to Deep Integration When Drake recently surprised the industry with a massive 43-track trilogy—including the culturally resonant Habibti—he did more than just drop music; he ignited a global conversation about the intersection of Western pop and Middle Eastern identity. By weaving in references to halal, deen, and Ramadan, … Read more