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OpenAI shuts down Sora video platform after low usage, zero Disney funds

OpenAI shuts down Sora video platform after low usage, zero Disney funds

OpenAI is shutting down its video app, Sora, after only six months because not many people used it and a big money deal with Disney fell through. Downloads dropped fast, and Sora didn't make much money. Some people also used the app to make fake videos of famous people, causing worry about deepfakes. Without Disney's help and with growing problems, OpenAI decided to stop Sora and focus on other projects. Other companies will keep trying to make better AI video tools, but the risks remain.

Google launches Search Live globally, powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash Live

Google launches Search Live globally, powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash Live

Google is releasing Search Live worldwide on March 26, 2026, letting people talk to Google and use their phone cameras to get instant answers. Powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash Live, this feature works in over 200 countries and over 90 languages, helping users solve problems, recognize objects, and translate things just by speaking or showing them to the camera. Search Live gives quick spoken replies, even in noisy places, and shows helpful links on the screen. The new tool is easy to use and helps people get things done without using their hands or typing, right in the Google app.

Marketers Update FAQ Playbook for AI, Zero-Click Search, and Video

Marketers Update FAQ Playbook for AI, Zero-Click Search, and Video

Marketers are changing how they answer common questions because people now search everywhere - AI chats, videos, and social media. Most users won't click on websites anymore, so content needs to be short, clear, and easy for AI to use. Videos and quick clips are very important, especially on sites like YouTube and TikTok. Marketers also use AI to work faster and get better results, and they measure what really influences people, not just clicks. They must keep updating their FAQs and follow new rules to stay ahead.

Patreon CEO Calls AI Firms' 'Fair Use' Argument "Bogus"

Patreon CEO Calls AI Firms' 'Fair Use' Argument "Bogus"

Patreon's CEO says AI companies are using creators' work for free, calling their "fair use" excuse fake. Many creators and artists are suing big tech firms for taking their books, art, and videos to train AI. The CEO wants creators to get paid, maybe through small payments every time AI uses their stuff. So far, courts are still figuring out if taking this work is legal or not, while tech companies keep getting richer and artists get nothing. The big question now is who will decide if creators get paid for their work used by AI.

2026 Social Media Trends: AI Becomes Infrastructure, Carousels Outperform Video

2026 Social Media Trends: AI Becomes Infrastructure, Carousels Outperform Video

In 2026, almost everyone in social media uses AI like it's a normal tool, making work faster and easier. People now prefer posts that feel real and honest, not too polished or fake, and trust brands that show real faces and behind-the-scenes moments. Carousels with multiple slides now get more likes and attention than videos on sites like Instagram and LinkedIn. Simple, raw stories and easy-to-swipe carousels are what audiences really love. Brands need to focus on being real and personal while using AI to save time.

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Arcads AI, Sora, Claude integrate to generate viral UGC ads in minutes
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Arcads AI, Sora, Claude integrate to generate viral UGC ads in minutes

Brands can now make super-realistic viral ads in just minutes using AI tools like Arcads, Sora, and Claude. This new workflow skips cameras and studios, letting marketers create cool, believable videos that look like they were shot on a phone. With this method, making an ad takes only about 18 minutes, saving lots of money and letting brands test more creative ideas. AI ad makers are becoming popular because they can create lifelike videos that get more clicks and cost less. The future of ads is fast, cheap, and full of endless creative options thanks to AI.

New 2026 data: AI lifts landing page conversions 35% on average
3d ago

New 2026 data: AI lifts landing page conversions 35% on average

AI is making landing pages much better, boosting conversion rates by an average of 35% in 2026. Different industries see big gaps: some, like catering, can get up to 18%, while others, like SaaS, are much lower. Email brings the best results, with nearly one in five visitors converting. Many companies still miss out by not using A/B testing, but those who use smart AI tools see much faster and bigger improvements. The best teams use machine learning to test, personalize, and change pages quickly, getting more customers in less time.

Affiliate Marketing Revenue Jumps 71% for Creators in 2026, Video Fuels Growth
3d ago

Affiliate Marketing Revenue Jumps 71% for Creators in 2026, Video Fuels Growth

Affiliate marketing is booming for creators, with their earnings jumping 71% in 2026. Videos on platforms like TikTok and YouTube are driving most of this growth, making people more likely to buy after watching. About half of shoppers buy something within a day after clicking a video affiliate link. Brands and creators are working together more closely, and most creators now use video as their main way to share affiliate links. This trend is set to keep growing fast as more people watch and shop through video.

LinkedIn unveils Premium All-in-One, bundles AI tools for SMB growth
3d ago

LinkedIn unveils Premium All-in-One, bundles AI tools for SMB growth

LinkedIn just launched a new tool called Premium All-in-One to help small and midsize businesses grow faster. This all-in-one dashboard puts marketing, hiring, and finding sales leads in one place, using smart AI to make life easier for busy owners. For $99.99 a month, businesses get ad credits, hiring credits, and daily lead suggestions, saving hours every week. Early users saw more sales, more profile views, and more followers. LinkedIn's AI helps people work smarter, but real human connections are still key to success.

GuideFlow Ranks 15 Top Influencer Platforms for 2026 Marketing
3d ago

GuideFlow Ranks 15 Top Influencer Platforms for 2026 Marketing

GuideFlow's latest report picks out the 15 best platforms for influencer marketing in 2026, making it easy for brands to choose the right tools. Some big names like GRIN and CreatorIQ lead the pack, offering huge creator lists and cool features for big companies. The market is huge and keeps growing, with options from free tools to pricey custom plans. Smaller brands and startups can also find helpful, cheaper tools that fight fake followers and use smart AI. The report says matching goals to features is key, and new tech like TikTok links and AI scoring is making influencer marketing more powerful than ever.

Persistent Systems, NVIDIA Launch AI Drug Discovery Tool GenMolVS
5d ago

Persistent Systems, NVIDIA Launch AI Drug Discovery Tool GenMolVS

Persistent Systems and NVIDIA have launched GenMolVS, a powerful AI tool that helps scientists find new medicines much faster and cheaper. GenMolVS uses smart computer programs to predict protein shapes, create new drug-like molecules, and test how well they might work, all in just days instead of months or years. This tool can cut years off the drug discovery process and save millions of dollars. It also keeps all the research steps clear and traceable, which is very important for safety rules. GenMolVS is part of a big wave of AI coming to drug research, making labs more like self-driving factories for new medicine.

AI video tools lift recruitment ROI by 544 percent, boost conversions
5d ago

AI video tools lift recruitment ROI by 544 percent, boost conversions

AI video tools are helping companies get more job applicants and saving them lots of money. By turning real employee stories into short, engaging videos, businesses boost trust and get more people to apply, with a 544% return on investment. Videos with real names and faces feel more honest and help job seekers feel connected. These tools are easy to use and make it simple for hiring teams to update content and see what works best. To stay safe, companies label videos as AI-created and check for fairness before sharing them online.

YouTube Expands AI Deepfake Detection to Politicians, Journalists
5d ago

YouTube Expands AI Deepfake Detection to Politicians, Journalists

YouTube is making its AI deepfake detection tool available to politicians, government workers, and journalists. This tool helps them find and remove videos that use AI to copy their face or voice. The system works by checking new uploads against a selfie and ID the person provides. If a suspicious video is found, the person gets an alert and can ask for the video to be taken down. YouTube hopes this will stop fake videos from confusing people, especially during elections.

Edelman Study: 71 Percent of Hidden Buyers Favor Thought Leadership Over Sales
5d ago

Edelman Study: 71 Percent of Hidden Buyers Favor Thought Leadership Over Sales

Many business buyers want smart, research-based content, not just sales pitches. The Edelman study says 71% of hidden buyers trust companies more when they share expert ideas instead of just selling. Employees sharing their expertise, creating original insights, and using both AI and human touch make brands stand out. Good thought leadership helps companies get noticed by buyers who usually stay in the background. Sharing quality ideas in the right places makes people trust you and want to do business with you.

SEO test ranks fake Google update on page one, AI Overviews
Mar 23, 2026

SEO test ranks fake Google update on page one, AI Overviews

A fake story about a Google update was easily ranked on the first page of Google and even showed up in its AI Overviews, tricking people and spreading quickly. This happened because Google's system rewards new and widely linked content, even if it's false, and AI sometimes makes up information. Google says they are working on better ways to catch mistakes, especially for serious topics like elections, but problems remain. Many businesses worry this could hurt trust, so experts recommend always double-checking what shows up in search results.