Venice News Today — October 2, 2026

VeniceNews newsroom brief · 46m ago · 1 min read · via VeniceNews

Ben Affleck Says He Used AI for ‘Lots Of Things’ in His New Movie ‘Animal’ and more — today's venice signal.

The entertainment world is buzzing with innovation and creativity, as seen in the latest projects from Ben Affleck and Noah Kahan. Ben Affleck recently revealed that he utilized AI in his new movie 'Animal', sparking curiosity about the role of technology in filmmaking. Meanwhile, Noah Kahan's new single for 'The Hunger Games' offers a mix of heartache and hope, showcasing the power of music to evoke emotions. These artistic endeavors highlight the evolving intersection of technology and art.

In other news, notable figures are making waves in the world of television and music. Eddie Murphy is set to star in a new Peacock drama series, 'The Chairman', created by Matthew Weiner, known for his work on 'Mad Men'. Additionally, a 'South Park' writer is making headlines for taking on the Cornell 7, while Kelly Clarkson's comments on AI have sparked online controversy. In a different sphere, Trump's efforts to court new crypto investors ahead of the midterms reflect the ongoing intersection of politics and technology. These stories demonstrate the dynamic and ever-changing nature of the entertainment, media, and tech industries.

Today's signal:
• Ben Affleck Says He Used AI for ‘Lots Of Things’ in His New Movie ‘Animal’ (rollingstone.com)
• Noah Kahan Delivers Heartache and Hope on New ‘Hunger Games’ Single (rollingstone.com)
• Eddie Murphy to Star in Peacock Drama Series ‘The Chairman’ From ‘Mad Men’ Creator Matthew Weiner (variety.com)
• Why Does a ‘South Park’ Writer Want to Take Down the Cornell 7? (rollingstone.com)
• Kelly Clarkson’s AI Hot Take Sparks Tons of Online Hate (rollingstone.com)
• Trump Courts New Crypto Investors Ahead of Midterms (rollingstone.com)

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