George R.R. Martin and other authors are suing OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement through AI training on copyrighted books, illegal downloading from shadow libraries, and the similarity of AI-generated responses to original works. A recent court ruling has favored the authors, allowing multiple infringement theories to proceed, and suggesting that ChatGPT's outputs may infringe on copyrighted material, potentially leading to significant damages.
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HBO released a trailer and announced the premiere date for the 'Game of Thrones' prequel series 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' set a century before the original series, focusing on the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire Egg, with a gritty medieval tone and a six-episode season premiering on January 18.
HBO released the first trailer and announced a premiere date for 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' a 'Game of Thrones' prequel series set to debut on January 18. The show, based on George R.R. Martin's novella 'The Hedge Knight,' features a more grounded, gritty medieval setting focusing on the adventures of a young knight, Dunk, and his squire, Egg, set a century before the original series.
George R.R. Martin responded bluntly to fans frustrated over the delay of 'The Winds of Winter,' expressing his disinterest in finishing the book and criticizing fan expectations, while also sharing his excitement for a new animated film project he is producing.
George R.R. Martin expressed frustration with fans' constant complaints about the delay in finishing 'The Winds of Winter,' emphasizing his ongoing passion for the project despite his involvement in other creative endeavors and his candidness about his feelings towards the long wait.
George R.R. Martin has hinted at a potential new project with Maisie Williams, known for her role as Arya Stark in "Game of Thrones." During a blog post about his trip to London, Martin mentioned meeting Williams and discussing a possible collaboration, though he provided no further details. This has sparked speculation among fans about a new project related to the "Game of Thrones" franchise. Meanwhile, Martin continues to work on "The Winds of Winter," the next book in his "A Song of Ice and Fire" series.
HBO's Game of Thrones spinoff, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight," has cast Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell in the lead roles of Dunk and Egg, set a century before the events of Game of Thrones. The series is based on the Dunk & Egg fantasy novellas written by George R.R. Martin and is set to premiere in late 2025.
The upcoming "Game of Thrones" prequel series, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight," has cast Peter Claffey as Ser Duncan the Tall and Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg. The show is based on George R.R. Martin's "Tales of Dunk and Egg" books and is set a century before the events of "Game of Thrones." The series is in development with Martin and Ira Parker as writers and executive producers, and it is the second prequel to be greenlit after the success of "House of the Dragon."
As "Carrie" celebrates its 50th anniversary, influential figures such as George R.R. Martin, Sissy Spacek, and Tom Hanks reflect on the profound impact of Stephen King's work on their lives. From sparking a love for horror and fantasy in readers to inspiring creative endeavors, King's novels and short stories continue to captivate and resonate with audiences across generations.
House of the Dragon Season 2 is set to be released in June 2024 on HBO, as confirmed by Warner Bros. Discovery streaming and gaming boss J.B. Perrette. The season will consist of eight episodes and is expected to span four or more seasons, with George R.R. Martin teasing the first two episodes as "very dark." The show will delve into the history of the Taragaryen Kings and is anticipated to feature dragon battles, assassins, and the introduction of new characters.
George R.R. Martin, author of the "Game of Thrones" series, revealed in a podcast interview that he is struggling to finish the sixth novel, "The Winds of Winter." Despite having written 1,100 pages, Martin still has hundreds more to go, making it a challenging and lengthy book. This update comes after Martin previously stated he was making steady progress. The bestselling series inspired the hit HBO show and its prequel, "House of the Dragon."
George R.R. Martin and 16 other authors, including John Grisham and Jodi Picoult, have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement. The authors claim that their works of fiction were used without permission to train the AI technology behind OpenAI's ChatGPT. The lawsuit argues that OpenAI could have used works in the public domain or paid a licensing fee instead. The authors are concerned about the impact on their livelihoods and the role of writers as a whole. OpenAI has stated that they want to work with creators and respect their rights. The complaint also mentions AI-generated books on Amazon and an attempt to generate volumes 6 and 7 of George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series.
Despite ongoing labor strikes in Hollywood, HBO has continued filming Season 2 of "House of the Dragon," the "Game of Thrones" prequel series. The scripts were completed before the Writers Guild of America strike began, and the actors on the show are part of a British actors union, not the on-strike actors' union SAG-AFTRA. The production is mostly shot in London, which allows it to continue filming. Author George R.R. Martin expressed his support for the strikes and criticized the anti-labor regulations in British law. He also provided updates on his progress with "The Winds of Winter" novel and his AMC crime drama "Dark Winds."
Bandai Namco has released more gameplay stats for Elden Ring, including the most used gestures, total rebirths, total atonements, and most killed enemies. The game, developed by FromSoftware with the help of George R.R. Martin, combines the action systems of the Dark Souls series with a narrative-driven fantasy story. Players will encounter various characters and make choices that shape the fate of the cursed land. Details about the recently announced Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion are still scarce.
Final Fantasy 16 draws heavy inspiration from Game of Thrones, with similarities in characters, plot points, and locations. The protagonist, Clive, shares traits with Jon Snow, while his brother Joshua is similar to Bran Stark. The Rosfield parents are reminiscent of Ned and Catelyn Stark, and Clive's companion Jill has a backstory similar to Theon Greyjoy. The world of Valisthea is reminiscent of Westeros, and the apocalyptic evil in the story has similarities to the Night King. Final Fantasy 16 producer Naoki Yoshida has openly acknowledged the influence of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series.
