HBO Developing 'Baldur's Gate' Series; AI Agents Emerge; Netflix Faces Scrutiny
HBO is developing a television adaptation of the "Baldur's Gate" fantasy role-playing video game series, with Craig Mazin, co-creator and showrunner of HBO's hit series "The Last of Us," serving as showrunner and executive producer, according to Variety. The announcement came on February 5, 2026. Mazin is also the creator of HBO's 2019 limited series "Chernobyl."
In other news, the emergence of sophisticated AI agents is generating both excitement and concern. According to Vox, these new tools are giving AI "superpowers," enabling them to build software, solve problems, and even communicate with each other. Adam Clark Estes, a senior technology correspondent at Vox, noted that some experts believe this represents a significant moment, potentially surpassing the impact of ChatGPT.
Meanwhile, Netflix faced criticism from Republican senators during a Senate antitrust hearing regarding the Warner Bros. merger. Led by Senator Josh Hawley, the senators questioned Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos about alleged "woke ideology" and transgender themes in children's content, reported The Verge. Critics pointed out what they see as a double standard, noting that YouTube, a larger platform, faces less scrutiny regarding similar content. The exchange highlights ongoing debates about content regulation and political influence in the streaming industry.
In other entertainment news, Michael Keaton reflected on his experience working with Catherine O'Hara, describing it as "like breathing rarefied air," according to Time. Keaton recounted a specific moment from two years prior at the Oscars, where a comedic bit they planned together did not land as expected. "To this day, I replay it in my head, feeling like I let her down," Keaton said. "It wasn’t about the joke landing. It was because I liked her so damn much."
Also, ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates are preparing for the Milano Cortina Olympics, pushing boundaries with a matador-inspired routine for their free dance, according to Time. "We love the creative process, and it’s fun for us to start diving into the music search, costume brainstorms, and program concept," said Chock. "We love reinventing ourselves each season and giving th."
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