# TikTok microseries Power & Influence release

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tiktok-microseries-power-influence-release
> Updated: 2026-10-24T16:15:00.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The TikTok microseries ‘Power & Influence’ explores themes of ambition, mentorship, and betrayal within an all-Black public relations firm. The narrative centers on a crisis at the Atlanta-based Metropolitan agency triggered by AI-generated deepfakes, including a viral video involving CEO Nia Whitmore and AI specialist Zuri Reynolds.

As the plot progresses, the scandal intensifies through the leak of private photos, raising questions about digital manipulation and internal motives. Actors Jay Jones and Donnie Carrington have discussed the series, noting the challenges of the 90-second episode format and the ethical implications of using AI regarding artists’ likenesses.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Jay Jones and Donnie Carrington discuss TikTok series Power and Influence

Actors Jay Jones and Donnie Carrington discuss the themes of ambition and AI in the new TikTok micro-series Power and Influence.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jay-jones-and-donnie-carrington-discuss-tiktok-series-power-and-influence

### 2026-10-23: TikTok microseries Power & Influence explores AI deepfake scandal

The TikTok microseries ‘Power & Influence’ depicts a crisis at an Atlanta agency following the release of AI-generated deepfakes and leaked private photos.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tiktok-microseries-power-influence-explores-ai-deepfake-scandal

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