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Generative AI for Creators Headline News

Adobe Firefly Introduces New AI Video Tools, Partner Models

New Prompt to Edit controls allow users to make precise edits and remove details from generated content using text; video upscaling with Topaz Astra added; the full beta of Firefly video editor has also launched.

Who Isn’t Inspired by MST3K? ANIMATIONWorld

Shorts in Focus: John Gardner’s ‘What’s Locked Behind That Door?’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, December 1, 2025 at 11:02am

Combining rotoscoped public domain footage from the 1962 cult classic ‘The Brain That Wouldn’t Die’ with original 2D/3D animation, the music video presents a surreal meditation on psychological concealment.

AI in Animation Headline News

FOX Entertainment Invests in Holywater

The equity stake investment in the Ukrainian AI-powered vertical video technology platform signals the studio’s focus on digital storytelling and next-gen creatives; commits to producing over 200 titles in the next 2 years.

Heading to Turin This October Headline News

‘Frankenstein’ Cinematographer Dan Laustsen Set for VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 4:32pm

It’s less than one week away… the person behind the camera on Guillermo del Toro’s highly anticipated film joins more than 150 award-winning speakers from the world of animation, VFX, games and AI who will take part in a packed schedule of keynotes, talks, panels, workshops and masterclasses; event runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

On the Road to Turin Headline News

VIEW 2025 Reveals Expansive Full Conference Lineup

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 9:53am

It’s just 2 weeks away… more than 150 award-winning speakers from the world of animation, VFX, games and AI will take part in a packed schedule of keynotes, talks, panels, workshops and masterclasses; event runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

AI in Animation Headline News

Gaxos Labs Launches ‘Art-Gen’ AI Image and Video Creation Platform

The platform combines AI models from industry leaders with Gaxos’ proprietary enhancements to produce cinematic visuals, hyper-realistic imagery, or animated video content with a text prompt or reference image.

Animating with AI Headline News

Intangible Launches Open Public Beta of Spatial Intelligence AI Platform

The AI-native 3D tool that turns simple prompts into editable 3D scenes is designed specifically for creatives who work in film, advertising, events, and interactive projects.

Let the Games Begin! Headline News

SAG-AFTRA Ratifies New Deal with Video Game Companies

After a strike lasting nearly a year, over 95% of the union’s voting members supported the new Interactive Media Agreement that was reached last month.

Business Headline News

Motorica Raises Over $5M for Generative AI Expansion, Scaling

The company aims to expand integrations via SDKs and APIs; grow its data infrastructure and motion library; launch strategic partnerships; and hire across multiple departments.

AI in Animation Headline News

Cartwheel Launches 3D Animation AI Tool Suite

Company releases toolset created by a team of OpenAI scientists, Google designers, Pixar animators, Sony animators, and Riot Games developers that turns video, text and large motion libraries into production-ready 3D character animation.

And the Strike Continues… Headline News

Videogame Companies Make Final Offer to SAG-AFTRA

Tentative agreement on 24 of 25 proposed points had previously been reached, with talks stagnating for nearly 300 days over concerns regarding consent and compensation for AI replica use; union claims to have issued counteroffer with no response.

AI in Animation Headline News

Lenovo to Bring Vidu Generative Video to PCs, Smart Hardware Ecosystem

The solution streamlines production of high-quality transitions, HD video outputs, 48 kHz sound effects and music, and animated character transitions.

The Future of TV? Headline News

Animait, Animotion Partner on ‘Question Club’ AI Animated Series Platform

With simple text prompts, users will be able to generate animated episodes with series elements, creating a comprehensive storyline, consistent characters, and synchronized audio; monetization will be available.

Technology Headline News

Previs Pro Introduces ‘Light Grading’ Tool

New feature includes a library of classic lighting scenarios with over a dozen presets that can be customized or replaced entirely via in-built generative AI prompt; now available via the Previs Pro app.

Technology Headline News

Adobe Announces Premiere Pro, After Effects Releases

New Generative Extend editing tool instantly generates and expands the length of video and audio clips; Media Intelligence quickly locates specific clip content via keyword search; all updates and releases now available.

From Dinos to Diapers VFXWorld

DNEG's VFX Transitions Stand the Test of Time in ‘Here’

From depicting dinosaurs and the Ice Age to a massive tidal wave and idyllic neighborhood, the leading VFX and animation company helped create and then seamlessly move between scenes, shot from a stationary camera, spanning millions of years, in Robert Zemeckis’ latest film.

AI De-aging Comes of Age Headline News

Watch De-Aging Featurette on Robert Zemeckis’ ‘Here’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 8:00am

Releasing today on Digital and January 21 on Blu-ray and DVD, the film reunites the ‘Forrest Gump’ director, writer, and stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright, who through AI-enabled VFX tools from Metaphysic, travel through several generations of family love, laughter and loss.

AI De-aging Comes of Age Headline News

Metaphysic De-Ages Robert Zemeckis’ ‘Here’ Via Generative AI

The AI-powered visual effects studio built neural network models to portray actors Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Paul Bettany and Kelly Riley through time at different ages.

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