Paramount has issued a cease-and-desist letter to ByteDance, alleging intellectual property infringement related to the company's Seedance AI video and Seedream image generative platforms. The legal demand, sent on February 14, 2026, accuses ByteDance of blatant infringement, according to Variety.
The action by Paramount comes amidst a backdrop of increasing concerns surrounding AI and its potential misuse. According to Vox, romance scams, which often utilize AI, cost Americans $3 billion last year. These scams, which tend to increase around Valentine's Day, often involve fraudsters building relationships to gain money.
The news of the cease-and-desist letter also coincides with other significant developments. Time reported on rising cybersecurity threats, particularly within AI platforms. Furthermore, the news outlet noted international tensions with Iran's internet shutdowns and the suspected poisoning of Alexei Navalny.
Meanwhile, other entertainment news includes the sale of the French romantic comedy "The Doll" to major markets ahead of its April theatrical launch in France, as reported by Variety. The film, about a life-sized doll coming to life, has been sold by Urban Sales to well-established distributors.
In other news, according to Vox, former President Obama responded to a racist AI-generated video targeting him and Michelle Obama, expressing concern over the lack of decorum.
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