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Ben Affleck’s AI startup acquired by Netflix for $600M, focusing on bespoke AI models

The Wire·March 16, 2026

Netflix acquired Ben Affleck’s AI startup for approximately $600 million. The company takes a unique approach to generative AI by focusing on bespoke AI models tailored for filmmaking, highlighting a trend toward specialized AI applications in creative industries.