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The Book of Life creator exits Amazon’s AI production program.

Following online backlash, Jorge Gutierrez announced that he will no longer be making the AI series Punky Duck: My intent was to showcase artists, both new and seasoned, both inside and outside the studios, driving this new tech. My sincerest apology to those I upset. I promise to do better moving forward. Thank you for your patience with me. I will try harder. Punky Duck was one of three animated AI series set to appear on Prime Video as part of Amazon’s GenAI Creators’ Fund. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. A free daily digest of the news that matters most. The Verge is a part of PMX Global, LLC, a subsidiary of P

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Amazon Pisses Off Animation Industry With AI Animation Fund

Earlier in May, Hollywood took significant steps in trying to bring generative AI into the animation industry. Both Netflix and Amazon announced different plans to use the controversial technology to create animated shows for their…

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Amazon Pisses Off Animation Industry With AI Animation Fund

Earlier in May, Hollywood took significant steps in trying to bring generative AI into the animation industry. Both Netflix and Amazon announced different plans to use the controversial technology to create animated…

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The Book of Life creator exits Amazon’s AI production program.

Following online backlash, Jorge Gutierrez announced that he will no longer be making the AI series Punky Duck: My intent was to showcase artists, both new and seasoned, both inside and outside the studios, driving this…

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Earlier in May, Hollywood took significant steps in trying to bring generative AI into the animation industry. Both Netflix and Amazon announced different plans to use the controversial technology to create animated shows for their…

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Following online backlash, Jorge Gutierrez announced that he will no longer be making the AI series Punky Duck: My intent was to showcase artists, both new and seasoned, both inside and outside the studios, driving this new tech. My…

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