Visual effects stories
Adobe adds dedicated YouTube Shorts tools to Premiere
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Adobe has built a dedicated YouTube Shorts workspace into Premiere mobile, letting creators edit vertical clips and upload directly in-app.
Explainer: Should Big Tech own Hollywood?
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Netflix’s USD $72 billion bid for Warner Bros raises a stark question: is Hollywood’s future in the hands of Silicon Valley’s algorithms?.
Wētā FX & AWS unite to develop AI tools for VFX artists
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Wētā FX and AWS collaborate to develop AI tools that enhance VFX artists' creativity and cut production time on complex visual effects projects.
Autodesk expands free access to pro software for 150m global learners
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Autodesk now offers free professional software to over 150 million students worldwide, boosting skills in design, engineering, and AI to tackle talent shortages.
Tall launches AI Virtual Studio to revolutionise brand visuals
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Tall has launched Virtual Studio, an AI-powered service that creates high-quality, adaptable brand visuals without physical shoots, cutting costs and waste.
Autodesk unveils AI-driven updates for design, construction & media
Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Autodesk launches AI-powered updates across design, manufacturing, construction, and media, enhancing collaboration and productivity with new cloud tools.
Quantum Brush brings real quantum computing to digital painting
Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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MOTH launches Quantum Brush, an open-source digital painting tool using quantum computing to create unique artworks with quantum phenomena.
Adobe launches collaborative AI film project to empower creators
Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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Adobe launches The Unfinished Creator Film, a global collaborative AI project empowering creators to co-create and remix an evolving short film via Firefly.
THG Studios invests in virtual production to boost creativity
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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THG Studios has launched a Virtual Production suite in Manchester, investing seven figures to boost creative flexibility and cut costs for brands.
Moonvalley launches first fully licensed AI model for filmmakers
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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Toronto company releases Marey, an AI video model offering filmmakers precise creative control and licensed content for professional film production.
Movavi study finds global users embrace AI & creative filters
Fri, 30th May 2025
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Movavi’s study of 70 million users reveals a global embrace of AI and creative filters in video editing, with extensive experimentation beyond basic cuts.
Adobe celebrates 35 years of Photoshop with new series
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Adobe is celebrating 35 years of Photoshop with a new series featuring industry professionals, reflecting on its revolutionary impact since 1990.
Cloudinary launches 3D platform to boost eCommerce sales
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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Cloudinary has launched Cloudinary 3D, a new platform designed to help eCommerce brands enhance product presentation through immersive 3D and AR experiences.
Blackmagic Cloud storage now half price at USD $15/terabyte
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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Blackmagic Design has halved the price of its Cloud storage to USD $15 per terabyte, enhancing accessibility for global post-production workflows.
Iceotope unveils KUL AI for energy-efficient AI computing
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Iceotope unveils KUL AI, an innovative 8-GPU server promising up to 40% energy savings, designed for demanding AI applications and enhancing sustainability.
Iceotope unveils precision liquid-cooled server 'KUL AI'
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Iceotope has launched KUL AI, a precision liquid-cooled server aimed at enhancing AI capabilities while cutting energy use by up to 40%.
Blackmagic Design tech powers summer blockbusters' post-production
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Blackmagic Design's technologies were key in the production of summer blockbusters, including 'Alien: Romulus' and 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'.
Adobe wins two Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy Awards
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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Adobe has won two Engineering, Science and Technology Emmy Awards, recognising its innovative tools like Premiere Pro and Substance 3D Painter in the television industry.
LOGIC unveils Estilo 2.0 LED video series with 'exceptional' picture quality
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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LOGIC introduces the Estilo 2.0 LED video wall series, enhancing visual display technology with Full HD, wireless sharing, and versatile mounting options.
Forrester reveals top 10 emerging technologies for 2024
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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Forrester's 2024 emerging tech report highlights genAI for visual content and language, TuringBots, and IoT security as top investments with a 2-year benefit horizon.