George Clooney speaks as he receives the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement award during a ceremony at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, in Venice, Italy, September 2, 2026. REUTERS/Yves Herman
The two-time Oscar winner, who has won awards for his campaigns to promote justice, says he recently met leading AI developers and was unconvinced current safeguards would be enough to keep pace with improvements in the technology
George Clooney expressed concerns about the challenges posed by artificial intelligence in distinguishing truth from fiction, particularly due to deepfake technology and AI-generated content.
He highlighted the concentration of media ownership among wealthy individuals, which he believes undermines journalism and public trust in information.
Clooney also commented on the potential negative impacts of media consolidation, expressing skepticism about Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros.
