American comic book publisher, property of Disney since 2009
Disney has struck a first-of-its-kind pilot deal with TikTok to allow fan-made videos using Disney and Pixar IP in Disney+ Vert s, with a U.S. rollout followed by other markets. The initiative marks a shift toward creator-led content and expands Disney’s short-form strategy amid flatlining traditional box office for some titles.
The HBO series Lanterns has premiered to mixed expectations as creators push a grounded, police‑procedural take on Green Lantern after prior DC Studios releases. The show faces scrutiny over casting shifts and narrative direction, with key characters from the earlier seasons not returning.
Fall 2: Deadpoint continues the cliff-edge survival premise of the 2022 thriller Fall, relocating to a Thai mountain with two young leads facing new hazards after a rockslide. While the tension remains effective in spots, the sequel leans on a familiar formula and melodramatic twists, delivering thrills that sometimes feel outweighing the logic.
Meta has integrated its Muse AI assistant more deeply into glasses and wearables, unveiling new features at Connect 2026. The company is pushing Muse across hardware, including AI glasses, VR glasses, and a new Charm device, as it aims to embed AI into daily life while expanding hardware partnerships and services.
Epic Games has shifted to AI-accelerated development, moving staff to AI-assisted workflows and assets. A high-profile Disney collaboration is delayed indefinitely, as Epic reorganizes teams and prioritizes faster, AI-driven delivery. The pivot follows layoffs earlier this year and signals a broader industry push toward AI in game creation.
Elon Musk has said special committees at Tesla and SpaceX are exploring a possible merger and that combining the firms "would be a good idea." He has recused himself from the committees. The proposal would require approval from at least 50% of Tesla shareholders and has sparked stock movement and renewed debate over control, AI and national-security implications.