Paramount’s Tech Makeover & Kushner’s Saudi Game

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At a time when much of the entertainment industry is allergic to anything to do with A.I., Ellison presumably hopes to pivot Paramount’s company culture to capture the benefits of early adoption. Photo: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures
Dylan Byers
October 1, 2025

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Since David Ellison first set his sights on Paramount, he has talked a big game about transforming the century-plus-old Hollywood outfit into a “world-class media and technology enterprise,” with as much emphasis on the tech as on the content itself. He’s discussed using technology “to transform every single aspect of this company,” and stressed a commitment to establishing Paramount as “the very best storytellers and the most technically advanced media and entertainment company in the world—because we know it takes both to win.” Heavy cake, and easier to digest with a silver spoon.