The New Hollywood Hierarchy: Winners and Losers in the Seedance Disruption (2 of 2) (Tech Strategy)

The traditional entertainment hierarchy is being inverted as viewers gain sovereignty over “content factories” through the rise of AI-driven generation. Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson argues that this digital transformation strategy strips away the competitive advantage of high-cost physical production studios like Disney. By utilizing tools from companies such as ByteDance, independent creators can now bypass the old gatekeepers to reach audiences directly on platforms like YouTube and TikTok.

No Lights and No Cameras Needed. How Seedance Will Make Hollywood Obsolete. (1 of 2) (Tech Strategy)

The emergence of Seedance marks a fundamental shift from labor-intensive video production to automated AI generation, which digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson argues will make traditional scale in content creation obsolete. This digital transformation strategy favors audience-building platforms and GPU manufacturers while placing significant pressure on the established managerial class of Hollywood studios. By drastically reducing the cost of high-quality visual effects, the technology allows independent creators to compete directly with major entities like Disney and Netflix.

The Winners and Losers in Seedance’s Total Disruption of Hollywood (Tech Strategy – Podcast 276)

The emergence of Seedance represents a pivotal shift in how video content is created, moving from labor-intensive studio productions to AI-driven generation. Digital strategy consultant Jeffrey Towson explains that this digital transformation strategy allows small creators to compete with major studios by drastically reducing the cost of high-quality visual effects. Consequently, the traditional power structures of Hollywood are facing an unprecedented challenge as software begins to replace legacy production workflows.

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iQIYI’s Playbook for Tech-Empowered Entertainment (Tech Strategy – Podcast 209)

In this episode of the Tech Strategy Podcast, Jeff Towson unpacks iQIYI’s playbook for tech-empowered entertainment. Discover how one of China’s top online video platforms is leveraging technology to reshape the entertainment landscape. Gain valuable insights into iQIYI’s strategies and what they mean for the future of digital media.

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Lessons from Visits to JD, iQIYI and Huawei (Tech Strategy – Podcast 208)

Jeff Towson shares his observations from visits to JD, iQIYI, and Huawei, highlighting the key strategies and insights from these encounters. He discusses how these companies are leveraging technology to drive growth and innovation. Towson also shares his own perspectives on the implications of these strategies for businesses and investors.

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Why iQIYI Is the GenAI Innovator to Watch in Video Entertainment (Tech Strategy – Podcast 199)

In the realm of video content creation, generative AI is a game-changer. While Hollywood studios grapple with the disruption, iQIYI stands out. As both a content creation business and a tech company, iQIYI leverages its partnership with Baidu to explore AI-Generated Content (AIGC) technologies. From planning to promotion, they’re advancing every stage of content creation, unleashing creativity and boosting efficiency. Tune in to this podcast to understand why iQIYI is the GenAI innovator to watch in Asia.

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