31, Gunn announced a
slate of new projects that will comprise the next
eight to 10 years of content from Warner Bros.
Discovery.
In a social media video, Gunn revealed close to a dozen projects for a new chapter of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), "Gods and Monsters.".
New films will include 'Superman: Legacy,'
'The Authority,' 'The Brave and the Bold,'
'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow' and 'Swamp Thing.'.
New TV projects will include
'Creature Commandos,' 'Waller,'
'Booster Gold,' 'Lanterns' and 'Paradise Lost.'.
One of the things that’s very
important for me in all of these movies and TV series is that the director’s vision and the vision of the writers
and all of the creators is unique, James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, via statement.
Gunn also clarified that moving forward, projects that aren't included in the DCEU will be categorized as part of "DC Elseworlds.".
This includes a 2024 'Joker' sequel and
'The Batman - Part II,' due in 2025.
This includes a 2024 'Joker' sequel and
'The Batman - Part II,' due in 2025.
Upcoming 2023 theatrical releases include
'Shazam: Fury of the Gods,' 'The Flash,'
'Blue Beetle' and 'Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.'.
Upcoming 2023 theatrical releases include
'Shazam: Fury of the Gods,' 'The Flash,'
'Blue Beetle' and 'Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.'
At the red carpet premiere of 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,' Pom Klementieff dished on the last day on set of the film and revealed she has talked to James Gunn about DC.
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Guardian of the Galaxy promotions are in full swing. The movie arrives in theatres on May 5 and is considered as the third and the final instalment of the MCU with regards to Guardians of the Galaxy. Before that, director James Gunn, during a conversation, heaped praise on RRR star Jr. NTR revealed he wants to work with him. Watch the video to know in detail.
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In a major effort to bring well-known Hollywood content to the platform, the broadcast arm of India’s Reliance has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.
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‘Harry Potter’ TV Series , Coming to HBO Max.
'Variety' reports that the announcement was made on April 12 during a Warner Bros. Discovery presentation.
It will be a "decade-long series produced
with the same epic craft, love and care this global franchise is known for.".
It was also revealed that HBO Max and Discovery+ will combine to become Max.
We are delighted to give audiences the opportunity to discover Hogwarts in a whole new way, Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO & Max Content, via statement.
In partnership with Warner Bros. Television and J.K. Rowling, this new Max Original series will dive deep into each of the iconic books that fans have continued to enjoy for all of these years, Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO & Max Content, via statement.
J.K. Rowling will serve as
one of the executive producers.
Max’s commitment to preserving the integrity of my books is important to me, and I’m looking forward to being part of this new adaptation which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long form television series, J.K. Rowling, 'Harry Potter' author, via statement.
In addition to seven 'Harry Potter' books, there have been eight films.
In addition to seven 'Harry Potter' books, there have been eight films.
Each of the books was a bestseller, and the movies grossed over $7.7 billion globally.
There are also theme park attractions, toys, video games, Broadway shows and more dedicated to the franchise.
There are also theme park attractions, toys, video games, Broadway shows and more dedicated to the franchise.
There are also theme park attractions, toys, video games, Broadway shows and more dedicated to the franchise.
The new series will feature an all-new cast
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A ‘Harry Potter’ TV series is officially moving forward at HBO Max. The announcement was made during Warner Bros. Discovery’s presentation to the press and investors on April 12, during which it was announced that HBO Max and Discovery+ are officially being combined into a new service named simply Max.
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Disney Scraps Florida Plans , Amid DeSantis Confrontation.
CNBC reports that Disney has canceled plans to open
a new employee campus in Florida amid ongoing
tension with the governor of the Sunshine State.
CNBC reports that Disney has canceled plans to open
a new employee campus in Florida amid ongoing
tension with the governor of the Sunshine State.
Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney’s parks,
experiences and products division, addressed
the decision in a May 18 memo to employees.
Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney’s parks,
experiences and products division, addressed
the decision in a May 18 memo to employees.
D'Amaro cited "changing business conditions" and CEO Bob Iger's return to helming the company.
D'Amaro cited "changing business conditions" and CEO Bob Iger's return to helming the company.
Along with announcing that Disney would not go forward
with the new campus, the company canceled plans to
relocate 2,000 California-based employees to Florida.
Along with announcing that Disney would not go forward
with the new campus, the company canceled plans to
relocate 2,000 California-based employees to Florida.
This was not an easy decision to make,
but I believe it is the right one, Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney’s parks,
experiences and products division, via CNBC.
CNBC reports that the new campus was
originally scheduled to open as soon as
2022-2023, but was later pushed back to 2026.
It is clear to me that the power of
this brand comes from our incredible
people, and we are committed to
handling this change with
care and compassion, Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney’s parks,
experiences and products division, via CNBC.
The news comes after Governor Ron DeSantis
targeted Disney's special district, which had
allowed it to self-govern its operations for decades.
The news comes after Governor Ron DeSantis
targeted Disney's special district, which had
allowed it to self-govern its operations for decades.
The special district's five-member
board was replaced by members
handpicked by DeSantis. .
The special district's five-member
board was replaced by members
handpicked by DeSantis. .
In response, Disney filed a lawsuit accusing
DeSantis and the new board members of
carrying out a campaign of political retribution. .
In response, Disney filed a lawsuit accusing
DeSantis and the new board members of
carrying out a campaign of political retribution.
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EU States Approve First-Ever , Global Comprehensive Crypto Rules.
The rules were approved at an EU finance minister meeting on May 16, CNBC reports.
Crypto regulation has been at the forefront of discussion since the collapse of FTX.
Recent events have confirmed the
urgent need for imposing rules which will better protect Europeans who have invested in these assets, and prevent the misuse of crypto industry for the purposes of money
laundering and financing of terrorism, Elisabeth Svantesson, finance minister for Sweden, via statement.
Now, any firm within the 27-country bloc
that wants "to issue, trade and safeguard" cryptocurrency must obtain a license, CNBC reports.
The new rules have undoubtedly put pressure on Britain, the U.S. and other countries to approve similar regulations, CNBC reports.
Britain has suggested a phased approach beginning with stablecoins and branching out to unbacked crypto assets, but the country hasn't established a timetable. .
The U.S. has been using existing securities rules and is still deciding if new rules are needed and who would enforce them.
Hester Peirce, a U.S. derivatives regulator commissioner, recently said that federal and state authorities remain uncertain about any oversight role they may offer in the crypto sector.
We are wandering
in the desert a bit, Hester Peirce, a U.S. derivatives
regulator commissioner, via statement
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JPMorgan CEO , Predicts Panic As US , Approaches Debt Default.
On May 11, Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase,
said that markets will be affected by panic as
the U.S. nears a potential default on its sovereign debt.
CNBC reports that Dimon called a default
"potentially catastrophic" for the U.S.
while speaking to 'Bloomberg.'.
The closer you get to it,
you will have panic, Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan CEO, via CNBC.
He also predicted that lawmakers
will be forced to take action in order
to avoid the worst-case scenario.
CNBC reports that Dimon is just one of many business
leaders and officials to predict dire consequences if
the U.S. debt limit is not raised or suspended.
If it gets to that panic point,
people have to react,
we’ve seen that before, Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan CEO, via CNBC.
Panic becomes something
that is not good. It could
affect other markets
around the world, Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan CEO, via CNBC.
Dimon stressed that a default would send shockwaves
through the financial world, and urged politicians on
both sides of the political divide to reach a compromise. .
In the wake of three financial firms' collapse, Dimon said that
while regional banks remain "quite strong," bank runs
are likely to worsen as the potential default looms closer.
In the wake of three financial firms' collapse, Dimon said that
while regional banks remain "quite strong," bank runs
are likely to worsen as the potential default looms closer.
I think we have to assume
there’ll be a little bit more, Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan CEO, via CNBC
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Olive Garden Owner , Buys Ruth’s Chris Steak House.
Darden Restaurants, which owns
Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse and more, made the announcement on May 3.
Darden Restaurants, which owns
Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse and more, made the announcement on May 3.
It will acquire Ruth's Hospitality Group for
$715 million in an all-cash transaction, CNBC reports. .
The steakhouse had $505.9 million
in revenue last year.
There are over 150 Ruth's Chris
locations around the world. .
The deal marks the first acquisition
for Darden Restaurants in six years.
In 2017, Darden bought
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen for $780 million.
Darden is set to release its Q1 earnings
report before the bell on May 5.
Ruth's said it had 4.5% same-store
sales growth last quarter.
If all conditions are met,
the deal will close in June.
Ruth's Chris CEO Cheryl Henry will remain president of the chain while reporting to Darden CEO Rick Cardenas.
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Elon Musk , Meets With Lawmakers , on Regulating AI.
On April 27, Elon Musk tweeted that he met with Senate
Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other lawmakers
regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence.
On April 27, Elon Musk tweeted that he met with Senate
Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other lawmakers
regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence.
CNBC reports that Musk
posted the tweet after
being spotted on Capitol Hill.
That which affects
safety of the public has,
over time, become regulated
to ensure that companies
do not cut corners, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX and Twitter, via Twitter.
AI has great power
to do good and evil.
Better the former, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX and Twitter, via Twitter.
Recently, Schumer launched an effort to create
a framework for regulation that fosters the rapidly-
advancing technology while minimizing the risks.
Recently, Schumer launched an effort to create
a framework for regulation that fosters the rapidly-
advancing technology while minimizing the risks.
CNBC reports that Schumer's plans focus on
transparency and thorough testing by experts
prior to AI systems being released to the public.
Last month, Musk was a high-profile signatory of
an open letter calling for a six-month pause on
“the training of AI systems more powerful than GPT-4.”.
Musk was a co-founder of ChatGPT
creator OpenAI, but he sold off his stake
in the company and left the board in 2018.
Musk was a co-founder of ChatGPT
creator OpenAI, but he sold off his stake
in the company and left the board in 2018.
Following his departure,
Musk has repeatedly warned that
OpenAI has strayed from its initial goals.
In response, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that while
he agreed with moving forward with caution, “The letter,
I don’t think, was the optimal way to address it.”.
In response, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that while
he agreed with moving forward with caution, “The letter,
I don’t think, was the optimal way to address it.”
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