AI

Japan Actors Union Guidelines Generally Ban AI Recreations of Deceased Performers' Voices

2026-10-17 16:33:45

As generative AI technology continues to advance, a growing number of AI-generated videos and images have used celebrities' faces and voices without permission. Voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda recently to ...

"Dragon Quest" Creator Yuji Horii Makes an AI Game in Just 30 Minutes: "The Progress Is Truly Astonishing"

2026-10-13 12:38:04

Yuji Horii, the legendary game designer best known as the creator of the Dragon Quest series, recently took to X to share his experience making a game with AI. Horii explained that game development on ...

Tokyo Court Dismisses Kenjiro Tsuda’s AI Voice-Clone Takedown Request but Rules Voices May Be Protected by Publicity Rights

2026-09-30 16:17:18

As generative AI technology continues to advance, a growing number of AI-generated videos and images have appeared using the faces and voices of celebrities without their consent. In May, it was revea ...

Over 80% of Japanese Game Developers Use Generative AI, Survey Reveals Industry's Top Expectation: 'Improved Work Efficiency'

2026-09-18 17:01:39

The Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association (CESA) released its annual report, "CESA Game Industry Report 2026 Preview Edition," on September 17, analyzing the current state and market trends of ...

"Inazuma Eleven" & "Yo-kai Watch" Developer LEVEL-5 Apologizes for Using Generative AI in Showcase

2026-09-12 23:21:39

Game developer LEVEL-5, known for the popular "Inazuma Eleven" and "Yo-kai Watch" series, has recently become a hot topic on social media in Japan. Netizens pointed out that the company appeared to us ...

Nvidia DLSS 5 Leaks Ahead of Launch: Players Report Uncanny Valley Effects in Games, Sparking AI Art Controversy

2026-09-01 00:20:11

Nvidia's DLSS 5, unveiled in March 2026, has not yet officially launched for RTX 50 series graphics cards. However, its real-time neural rendering model files recently leaked from an "NBA 2K27" early ...

Atelier Ryza AI Chat App "RyzaChat: AI" Launches to Criticism – Players Upset Over Paywall

2026-08-25 14:54:25

Reisalin Stout from "Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout," a character who captivated players from her debut and became renowned for her "thicc thighs" in the ACG community, has always be ...

“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Concept Art Sparks AI Controversy; Distorted New York Cityscape Reignites Hollywood's AI and Layoff Debate

2026-08-21 23:39:29

While "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" saw impressive box office and critical reception after its release, a recently unveiled concept art piece from "Spider-Man: Brand New Day - The Art of the Movie" has ...

Robin Williams' Children Revive Late Father's Instagram, Take Stand Against AI Misuse of Voice and Likeness

2026-08-19 14:50:49

The long-dormant Instagram account of late Hollywood icon Robin Williams has been reactivated by his children, Zachary, Zelda, and Cody Williams. They aim to combat the misuse of his voice and liken ...

AI Food Photos Spark Outrage in Japan: Diners Say "Lazy" Posters Destroy Trust

2026-08-18 05:43:01

In recent years, generative AI has been widely adopted across advertising, design, and promotional materials. In Japan, an increasing number of food and beverage businesses—and even major convenience ...

'The Witcher' Voice Actor Doug Cockle Slams AI Voice Theft, Vows to Sue Platforms: "I Would Sue Them Out of Existence"

2026-08-13 21:59:06

Doug Cockle, the voice of Geralt of Rivia in "The Witcher" series, has once again publicly condemned the unauthorized use of voice actors' voices by generative AI, stating that if he had the means, he ...

Evangelion Voice Actress Megumi Ogata Calls for "Voice Rights" to Combat AI, Urges Japan to Set Global Standards

2026-07-28 19:10:29

The rise of generative AI has moved beyond images and into the realm of audio, with AI voice cloning becoming a major headache for professional voice actors. Now, one of the industry's most iconic fig ...

"Dragon Quest" Teams Up with Google for "Gemini Quest" Event: Become a Hero and Cast Spells with Gemini!

2026-07-22 20:17:10

Google announced on July 21st a thrilling collaboration with the beloved RPG series, "Dragon Quest." Starting July 30th, they're launching a special event that integrates generative AI Gemini! This pa ...

"Goodnight Punpun" Creator Inio Asano Pauses New Manga, Citing Industry's Unspoken "No AI for Pros" Rule

2026-07-18 18:53:29

Inio Asano, the celebrated manga artist behind modern classics like Goodnight Punpun and Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction, recently appeared on Japanese artist Yoichi Ochiai's talk show, "WEEKLY ...

Christopher Nolan Praises Gen Z's Taste: They Reject AI and Love 'The Backrooms,' Calling It as "Obscure" as a David Lynch Film

2026-07-11 09:44:40

(Image: Deadline, A24) With the rise of short-form video, an explosion of social media content, and highly niche entertainment options, a common narrative has emerged: that younger audiences have dwin ...

Craig Gillespie, Director of "Supergirl" and "Cruella," to Helm AI Erotic Thriller; Glen Powell to Star as 'Comforting' Robot

2026-06-25 22:13:13

(Image Source: Pinterest) Craig Gillespie, the acclaimed director behind "Cruella" and recently attached to DC's upcoming superhero tentpole "Supergirl" (pictured below), shows no signs of slowing dow ...

Michael Caine's AI-Generated Voice Narrates "The Odyssey" Audiobook Ahead of Christopher Nolan's Film

2026-06-24 10:24:15

(Image Source: Pinterest, Universal Pictures) Those familiar with Christopher Nolan's work know that veteran British actor Michael Caine is one of his most frequent collaborators. While Caine does no ...

Google Invests $75 Million in Indie Powerhouse A24 for AI Storyboarding Software; DeepMind Also Involved

2026-06-23 12:24:03

Image source: Google, A24 The Wall Street Journal exclusively reported today that indie powerhouse A24 and Google have forged an artificial intelligence research partnership. The collaboration will se ...

Guillermo del Toro Warns of 'Cinematic Illiteracy,' Slams AI as 'Natural Stupidity' in BFI Honor Speech

2026-06-18 00:50:54

Academy Award-winning director Guillermo del Toro, known for acclaimed films like "Pan’s Labyrinth," "The Shape of Water," and the upcoming "Frankenstein," delivered a stark warning about the threats ...

X User's "Shattered Life-Size Standee" Post Exposed as AI Fake, Then Brags About Discord Profits, Sparking Outrage

2026-06-16 04:18:15

A recent post on X in Japan about a "shattered life-size acrylic standee" quickly went viral. The user had uploaded a photo of a broken "Gentildonna" standee from "Uma Musume," but eagle-eyed netizens ...