Month: March 2023
‘Scott Pilgrim’ is coming back as a cartoon with the film’s entire cast
Rumors of an animated Scott Pilgrim show have been swirling around for years, though Netflix officially confirmed those rumors last year by announcing it was working on something. More details just dropped, however, and not only is the Scott Pilgrim anime a real thing, but it is currently in production and features the entire cast of the original 2010 movie.
We mean the entire cast, including Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Ellen Wong and Mae Whitman. Some cast members have become major stars in the years since the film’s original release, but they are also returning. In other words, expect to hear the dulcet tones of Chris Evans, Brie Larson, Kieran Culkin and Aubrey Plaza as they reprise their original roles.
This is not a drill! This is happening!After much musing over the years about there being potential for an anime adaptation of ‘Scott Pilgrim’, I’m thrilled to say one is IMMINENT, with the whole cast back together and… you are going to lose your minds. pic.twitter.com/LyB7EIlcUD— edgarwright (@edgarwright) March 30, 2023
There’s also plenty of behind-the-scenes folks coming back for this animated follow-up. The big name here is original director Edgar Wright, who is returning as an executive producer and seems to be heavily involved if his tweets are any indication. Bryan Lee O’Malley, the original creator of the Scott Pilgrim comic, is one of the showrunners. Wright even tweeted to suggest that the film’s original composers, legendary chiptune band Anamanaguchi, would be back in some capacity.
You will be very happy.— edgarwright (@edgarwright) March 30, 2023
Netflix has dropped a trailer, but it does not feature any actual footage, so the look and feel of the animation are still unknown. Additionally, no official release date has been announced, so it may be a while before we see what this new interpretation looks like. It’s time to play the waiting game again, but at least we know it’s actually coming this time. In the meantime, there is the original movie to watch, comics to read and a video game to play.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/scott-pilgrim-is-coming-back-as-a-cartoon-with-the-films-entire-cast-174540102.html?src=rss
Rumors of an animated Scott Pilgrim show have been swirling around for years, though Netflix officially confirmed those rumors last year by announcing it was working on something. More details just dropped, however, and not only is the Scott Pilgrim anime a real thing, but it is currently in production and features the entire cast of the original 2010 movie.
We mean the entire cast, including Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Ellen Wong and Mae Whitman. Some cast members have become major stars in the years since the film’s original release, but they are also returning. In other words, expect to hear the dulcet tones of Chris Evans, Brie Larson, Kieran Culkin and Aubrey Plaza as they reprise their original roles.
This is not a drill! This is happening!
After much musing over the years about there being potential for an anime adaptation of ‘Scott Pilgrim’, I’m thrilled to say one is IMMINENT, with the whole cast back together and… you are going to lose your minds. pic.twitter.com/LyB7EIlcUD
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) March 30, 2023
There’s also plenty of behind-the-scenes folks coming back for this animated follow-up. The big name here is original director Edgar Wright, who is returning as an executive producer and seems to be heavily involved if his tweets are any indication. Bryan Lee O’Malley, the original creator of the Scott Pilgrim comic, is one of the showrunners. Wright even tweeted to suggest that the film’s original composers, legendary chiptune band Anamanaguchi, would be back in some capacity.
You will be very happy.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) March 30, 2023
Netflix has dropped a trailer, but it does not feature any actual footage, so the look and feel of the animation are still unknown. Additionally, no official release date has been announced, so it may be a while before we see what this new interpretation looks like. It’s time to play the waiting game again, but at least we know it’s actually coming this time. In the meantime, there is the original movie to watch, comics to read and a video game to play.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/scott-pilgrim-is-coming-back-as-a-cartoon-with-the-films-entire-cast-174540102.html?src=rss
Will Apple Show AR/VR Headset at WWDC? Delays Add ‘Uncertainty,’ Analyst Says – CNET
Apple’s rumored mixed-reality headset is apparently facing more delays.
Apple’s rumored mixed-reality headset is apparently facing more delays.
Meta wants EU users to apply for permission to opt out of data collection
Instead of a yes/no consent, Meta users will fill out a form and include justification.
Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto)
Meta announced that starting next Wednesday, some Facebook and Instagram users in the European Union will for the first time be able to opt out of sharing first-party data used to serve highly personalized ads, The Wall Street Journal reported. The move marks a big change from Meta’s current business model, where every video and piece of content clicked on its platforms provides a data point for its online advertisers.
People “familiar with the matter” told the Journal that Facebook and Instagram users will soon be able to access a form that can be submitted to Meta to object to sweeping data collection. If those requests are approved, those users will only allow Meta to target ads based on broader categories of data collection, like age range or general location.
This is different from efforts by other major tech companies like Apple and Google, which prompt users to opt in or out of highly personalized ads with the click of a button. Instead, Meta will review objection forms to evaluate reasons provided by individual users to end such data collection before it will approve any opt-outs. It’s unclear what cause Meta may have to deny requests.
The OverDrive library ebook app is shutting down on May 1st
Image: Victoria Song / The Verge
Starting on May 1st, OverDrive app users who still use it to digitally access a library’s collection will need to upgrade to Libby, a newer app from the same company that also lets you rent library ebooks for free.
OverDrive’s digital platform started in 2002 and continued to operate separately even after Libby launched in 2017. OverDrive is often accessed via a library’s own OverDrive website instance, but the app effectively has the same purpose of distributing publisher books digitally for free, just like Libby.
The OverDrive app was removed from the Apple App Store, Google Play, and Microsoft Store as of February 23rd, 2022. The company said it started displaying in-app discontinuation messages in July.
Some aspects of the legacy OverDrive experience will live on, as described in this FAQ: those who already have the Mac or Windows desktop versions of OverDrive will still be able to access libraries’ .overdrive.com sites to download audiobooks. These books can also be transferred to dedicated MP3 players, keeping them accessible for those who need them — although the company won’t provide any new downloads of the software.
The idea behind ceasing development and shutting down OverDrive is to shift the focus of the company’s development teams to just Libby, according to the company. There was an inherent redundancy in running two apps that did essentially the same thing, and the company says it will make it easier for libraries to promote their digital content and train users.
Libby and OverDrive do have some differences, though, and some features like OverDrive’s Recommend to Library feature will be gone. The company points out that Libby does have a Notify Me feature that can help express interest in specific titles and other features like support for multiple library cards, a unified bookshelf for all loans and holds, compatibility with Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, and more.
OverDrive is helping libraries prepare for the transition by sharing an online resource kit to help staff and library goers transition to Libby. US libraries have had to bear the burden of an accelerated digital transition in the past few years due to covid, and both libraries and OverDrive have dealt with pressures from publication powerhouses like Amazon. Now, Libby is one of the few free ways to read and listen to books, which can be an indispensable way of garnering knowledge and a crucial refuge when you need it the most.
Image: Victoria Song / The Verge
Starting on May 1st, OverDrive app users who still use it to digitally access a library’s collection will need to upgrade to Libby, a newer app from the same company that also lets you rent library ebooks for free.
OverDrive’s digital platform started in 2002 and continued to operate separately even after Libby launched in 2017. OverDrive is often accessed via a library’s own OverDrive website instance, but the app effectively has the same purpose of distributing publisher books digitally for free, just like Libby.
The OverDrive app was removed from the Apple App Store, Google Play, and Microsoft Store as of February 23rd, 2022. The company said it started displaying in-app discontinuation messages in July.
Some aspects of the legacy OverDrive experience will live on, as described in this FAQ: those who already have the Mac or Windows desktop versions of OverDrive will still be able to access libraries’ .overdrive.com sites to download audiobooks. These books can also be transferred to dedicated MP3 players, keeping them accessible for those who need them — although the company won’t provide any new downloads of the software.
The idea behind ceasing development and shutting down OverDrive is to shift the focus of the company’s development teams to just Libby, according to the company. There was an inherent redundancy in running two apps that did essentially the same thing, and the company says it will make it easier for libraries to promote their digital content and train users.
Libby and OverDrive do have some differences, though, and some features like OverDrive’s Recommend to Library feature will be gone. The company points out that Libby does have a Notify Me feature that can help express interest in specific titles and other features like support for multiple library cards, a unified bookshelf for all loans and holds, compatibility with Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, and more.
OverDrive is helping libraries prepare for the transition by sharing an online resource kit to help staff and library goers transition to Libby. US libraries have had to bear the burden of an accelerated digital transition in the past few years due to covid, and both libraries and OverDrive have dealt with pressures from publication powerhouses like Amazon. Now, Libby is one of the few free ways to read and listen to books, which can be an indispensable way of garnering knowledge and a crucial refuge when you need it the most.
OpenAI may have to halt ChatGPT releases following FTC complaint
A public challenge could put a temporary stop to the deployment of ChatGPT and similar AI systems. The nonprofit research organization Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) has filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleging that OpenAI is violating the FTC Act through its releases of large language AI models like GPT-4. That model is “biased, deceptive” and threatens both privacy and public safety, CAIDP claims. Likewise, it supposedly fails to meet Commission guidelines calling for AI to be transparent, fair and easy to explain.
The Center wants the FTC to investigate OpenAI and suspend future releases of large language models until they meet the agency’s guidelines. The researchers want OpenAI to require independent reviews of GPT products and services before they launch. CAIDP also hopes the FTC will create an incident reporting system and formal standards for AI generators.
We’ve asked OpenAI for comment. The FTC has declined to comment. CAIDP president Marc Rotenberg was among those who signed an open letter demanding that OpenAI and other AI researchers pause work for six months to give time for ethics discussions. OpenAI founder Elon Musk also signed the letter.
Critics of ChatGPT, Google Bard and similar models have warned of problematic output, including inaccurate statements, hate speech and bias. Users also can’t repeat results, CAIDP says. The Center points out that OpenAI itself warns AI can “reinforce” ideas whether or not they’re true. While upgrades like GPT-4 are more reliable, there’s a concern people may rely on the AI without double-checking its content.
There’s no guarantee the FTC will act on the complaint. If it does set requirements, though, the move would affect development across the AI industry. Companies would have to wait for assessments, and might face more repercussions if their models fail to meet the Commission’s standards. While this might improve accountability, it could also slow the currently rapid pace of AI development.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/openai-may-have-to-halt-chatgpt-releases-following-ftc-complaint-172824646.html?src=rss
A public challenge could put a temporary stop to the deployment of ChatGPT and similar AI systems. The nonprofit research organization Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) has filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleging that OpenAI is violating the FTC Act through its releases of large language AI models like GPT-4. That model is “biased, deceptive” and threatens both privacy and public safety, CAIDP claims. Likewise, it supposedly fails to meet Commission guidelines calling for AI to be transparent, fair and easy to explain.
The Center wants the FTC to investigate OpenAI and suspend future releases of large language models until they meet the agency’s guidelines. The researchers want OpenAI to require independent reviews of GPT products and services before they launch. CAIDP also hopes the FTC will create an incident reporting system and formal standards for AI generators.
We’ve asked OpenAI for comment. The FTC has declined to comment. CAIDP president Marc Rotenberg was among those who signed an open letter demanding that OpenAI and other AI researchers pause work for six months to give time for ethics discussions. OpenAI founder Elon Musk also signed the letter.
Critics of ChatGPT, Google Bard and similar models have warned of problematic output, including inaccurate statements, hate speech and bias. Users also can’t repeat results, CAIDP says. The Center points out that OpenAI itself warns AI can “reinforce” ideas whether or not they’re true. While upgrades like GPT-4 are more reliable, there’s a concern people may rely on the AI without double-checking its content.
There’s no guarantee the FTC will act on the complaint. If it does set requirements, though, the move would affect development across the AI industry. Companies would have to wait for assessments, and might face more repercussions if their models fail to meet the Commission’s standards. While this might improve accountability, it could also slow the currently rapid pace of AI development.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/openai-may-have-to-halt-chatgpt-releases-following-ftc-complaint-172824646.html?src=rss
AI Image Generator Midjourney Stops Free Trials Citing ‘Abuse’
An anonymous reader shares a report: AI image generator Midjourney has halted free trials of its service after a number of its generations — including fabricated images of Donald Trump being arrested and the pope wearing a stylish jacket — went viral online, with many mistaking the fakes for real photographs. Midjourney CEO and founder David Holz announced the change on Tuesday, citing “extraordinary demand and trial abuse.”
Read more of this story at Slashdot.
An anonymous reader shares a report: AI image generator Midjourney has halted free trials of its service after a number of its generations — including fabricated images of Donald Trump being arrested and the pope wearing a stylish jacket — went viral online, with many mistaking the fakes for real photographs. Midjourney CEO and founder David Holz announced the change on Tuesday, citing “extraordinary demand and trial abuse.”
Read more of this story at Slashdot.