Netflix just struck an $82.7 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros.’ studio and streaming assets, bringing HBO, HBO Max, and franchises like Harry Potter and DC Comics under its roof. The streaming giant plans to maintain current studio operations and theatrical releases once the split from Discovery finishes in 2026. Why it matters: The mega-merger would reshape Hollywood, though it faces fierce antitrust scrutiny before crossing the finish line.
Tesla is reportedly hosting its October 10 Robotaxi unveiling at the Warner Bros. studio lot in Burbank, California. The controlled movie set features simulated suburban homes and downtown streets, allowing Tesla to pre-map the route and avoid real-world traffic during live demos. Staging the debut on a private lot will guarantee a smooth show, but critics note it skirts the real test of chaotic public roads.
Netflix just posted a job opening for an AI Machine Learning Program product manager with a salary reaching up to $900,000. The role aims to leverage machine learning to optimize film and TV production. With Hollywood actors and writers on strike partly over AI protections, studios are only doubling down on automation.
