"Synthetic Celebrities" are carving out careers in acting and modeling, with AI-driven personalities appearing across social media and film, notes AlphaSense research . 2. Gaming is the New Social Network
AI in entertainment has shifted from being a controversial experiment to an operational necessity. Platforms are leveraging tools like Runway and Sora to produce immersive visual effects and environmental scenes, as highlighted by Bernard Marr's media trends on Forbes . PumaSwede.12.04.14.Pumas.Slave.XXX.1080p.WMV-PR...
With over 60% of streaming happening on phones, content is being re-cut, paced, and produced specifically for vertical viewing. "Synthetic Celebrities" are carving out careers in acting
Vertical, one-minute dramas are dominating streaming, blending professional production with TikTok-style pacing, notes Bernard Marr on LinkedIn . Platforms are leveraging tools like Runway and Sora
Creators have matured from influencers into media entities. They are no longer just seeking sponsorship—they are demanding IP ownership. AI in Entertainment 2026: Trends, Use Cases & Future Impact
The 2026 Entertainment Report: AI, Immersion, and the New Era of Popular Media
The way we consume entertainment isn't just evolving—it's being completely rewritten. As we move through 2026, the lines between watching, playing, and interacting have blurred into a single, high-octane experience. Audiences no longer just want to consume content; they want to experience it, control it, and live inside it.