Google needs Hollywood more than the studios need AI
The Verge AI · rss · 2026-09-02
Google has reportedly been reaching out to major Hollywood studios to license copyrighted material for AI training in exchange for large sums. While theoretically a win-win, providing studios with financial boons and Google with a competitive edge, the analysis suggests distinct risks for studios. Getting into bed with Google might benefit Hollywood in the short term but poses potential long-term downsides.
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