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Disney Can Be FIXED with A.I. Says Investors.

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27 Feb 2024

Disney needs AI to come up with creative ideas again and to manage their theme parks, according to one of the two activist investor groups involved in the upcoming proxy battle. Well, THAT’S pretty embarrassing to basically say that AI can Disney better than Disney. Then we talk about the OTHER group, that includes Nelson Peltz and Jay Rasulo, and how their plan seems to just be "fix what’s broken and make money." ➡️ Tip Jar and Fan Support: http://ClownfishSupport.com ➡️ Official Merch Store: http://ShopClownfish.com ➡️ Official Website: http://ClownfishTV.com ➡️ Audio Edition: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qJc5C6OkQkaZnGCeuVOD1 ➡️ Gaming News: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A7VIqE3r5MQkFgL9nifNc Additional Context: In the swirling vortex of pop culture and corporate drama, Disney finds itself at the center of an intriguing narrative that reads like the plot of a sci-fi blockbuster. One of the two activist investor groups circling the House of Mouse like sharks with a taste for profit has made a bold, if somewhat cheeky, suggestion: Disney, the storied empire of imagination and dreams, might need to hand over the reins to artificial intelligence to spark its creative fires once again and to streamline the operations of its theme parks. Yes, you heard that right. AI might just become the next big Imagineer, or should we say, "AI-magineer"? This provocative proposal is the kind of headline that makes you do a double-take, followed by a hearty chuckle. It’s as if someone said the secret ingredient to Coca-Cola should be Pepsi. It’s an admission, wrapped in a critique, served with a side of irony, that perhaps the current human minds steering the Disney ship need a little help from their silicon counterparts. The notion that a machine could out-Disney Disney in creativity and efficiency is a deliciously humbling thought for a company that’s built on the foundation of human imagination and storytelling. On the flip side of this coin, we have another group of activist investors, including names like Nelson Peltz and Jay Rasulo, whose strategy seems less like a page from a science fiction novel and more like a stern financial advisor’s tough love. Their approach is decidedly more grounded and, dare we say, traditional: identify the problems, fix them, and then, as if by magic, the money will flow. It’s the corporate equivalent of "clean your room, and you’ll find your lost stuff." This group’s plan doesn’t involve futuristic AI overlords taking the helm but rather a back-to-basics approach, focusing on operational efficiency and profitability. While the AI-driven proposal might tickle your fancy or provoke a raised eyebrow, it underscores a critical conversation about innovation, technology, and the future of entertainment. In an age where AI is writing novels, composing symphonies, and even generating art, the question of whether it could contribute to, or enhance, Disney’s creative process is not entirely far-fetched. However, it does beg the question: Can true creativity, the kind that resonates with human emotions and experiences, be artificially manufactured? On the other side, the Peltz-Rasulo plan, with its feet firmly planted on the ground, reminds us that sometimes, the best way forward is to fix the leaks in the boat rather than dreaming about flying cars. It’s a less glamorous, but arguably more pragmatic, approach to corporate rejuvenation. As this drama unfolds, one thing is clear: the future of Disney, a beloved icon of entertainment and imagination, is at a crossroads between tradition and innovation. Whether AI will play a role in its next chapter or if a back-to-basics strategy will prevail is a story worth watching. One thing’s for sure, though; the Happiest Place on Earth is currently the most interesting place in the corporate world. About Us: Clownfish TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary channel that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer’s point of view. We talk about Gaming,