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OWC boosts ThunderBlade X12 portable RAID to 192TB
Storage

OWC boosts ThunderBlade X12 portable RAID to 192TB

OWC has doubled its ThunderBlade X12 portable Thunderbolt 5 RAID SSD to 192TB, targeting filmmakers needing ultra-fast, on-set shuttle storage.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
Luma AI unveils Ray3 Modify for controllable AI video
Generative AI

Luma AI unveils Ray3 Modify for controllable AI video

Luma AI debuts Ray3 Modify, a controllable video model in Dream Machine that reshapes scenes while preserving actors' performances.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Sat, 27th Dec 2025
Adobe partners with Runway to power pro AI video tools
Software-as-a-Service

Adobe partners with Runway to power pro AI video tools

Adobe strikes multi-year deal with Runway to bring its latest Gen-4.5 generative video model and pro AI tools into Firefly and Creative Cloud.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
Wētā FX & AWS unite to develop AI tools for VFX artists
Hyperscale

Wētā FX & AWS unite to develop AI tools for VFX artists

Wētā FX and AWS collaborate to develop AI tools that enhance VFX artists' creativity and cut production time on complex visual effects projects.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
First films using Moonvalley tech expected in the next year
Artificial Intelligence

First films using Moonvalley tech expected in the next year

CEOs Naeem Talukdar of Moonvalley and Bryn Mooser of Asteria discuss advancements in augmented storytelling using licenced AI generation.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Blackmagic Camera ProDock brings pro production tools to iPhone
Digital Entertainment

Blackmagic Camera ProDock brings pro production tools to iPhone

Blackmagic Design launches Camera ProDock for iPhone 17 Pro, adding pro tools like genlock, external audio and ProRes RAW for high-end film production.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025
Adobe launches collaborative AI film project to empower creators
Marketing Technologies

Adobe launches collaborative AI film project to empower creators

Adobe launches The Unfinished Creator Film, a global collaborative AI project empowering creators to co-create and remix an evolving short film via Firefly.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Sony unveils ECM-778 microphone, CFexpress cards, & podcast
Sony

Sony unveils ECM-778 microphone, CFexpress cards, & podcast

Sony launches ECM-778 shotgun microphone, CFexpress Type A cards, reader, and a new podcast, enhancing tools for professional and amateur content creators.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Google launches Flow AI tool for filmmakers and video creators
Digital Entertainment

Google launches Flow AI tool for filmmakers and video creators

Google unveils Flow, an AI tool designed for filmmakers to craft and edit cinematic clips using advanced AI models Veo, Imagen, and Gemini.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Moonvalley launches first fully licensed AI model for filmmakers
Robotic Process Automation

Moonvalley launches first fully licensed AI model for filmmakers

Toronto company releases Marey, an AI video model offering filmmakers precise creative control and licensed content for professional film production.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
DreamWorks deepens technology partnership with Lenovo to boost film production
Data Analytics

DreamWorks deepens technology partnership with Lenovo to boost film production

DreamWorks Animation has deepened its partnership with Lenovo, naming it preferred provider to boost film production with advanced computing solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Amber Technology expands DPA Microphones partnership to NZ
Film production

Amber Technology expands DPA Microphones partnership to NZ

Amber Technology has broadened its distribution partnership with DPA Microphones to include New Zealand, enhancing access to high-quality audio solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Sony unveils advanced LED system for film & home use
Displays

Sony unveils advanced LED system for film & home use

Sony has unveiled plans for a revolutionary display system featuring high-density LED technology, aiming to redefine colour volume and image quality by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
TV & video streaming emissions double airline industry
Digital Entertainment

TV & video streaming emissions double airline industry

The TV and video streaming industry is now responsible for 4% of global emissions, with 1.75 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent produced annually, a report reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Adobe invests USD $5m in fund for diverse filmmakers
Marketing Technologies

Adobe invests USD $5m in fund for diverse filmmakers

Ahead of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, Adobe unveils updates to its tools and pledges USD $5 million to support underrepresented filmmakers.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
New anime series Ghost of Tsushima announced for 2027
Gaming

New anime series Ghost of Tsushima announced for 2027

Crunchyroll, Aniplex and PlayStation Productions are set to produce an anime series based on the acclaimed game Ghost of Tsushima, premiering in 2027.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Blackmagic lowers Pocket Cinema Camera 4K to USD $995
Film production

Blackmagic lowers Pocket Cinema Camera 4K to USD $995

Blackmagic Design has slashed the price of its Pocket Cinema Camera 4K to USD $995, aiming to enhance accessibility for digital filmmakers and live producers.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024

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Amber Technology to exclusively distribute TASCAM in Australia
Smart Home

Amber Technology to exclusively distribute TASCAM in Australia

Amber Technology will exclusively distribute TASCAM's full product range in Australia from October 2025, enhancing access to professional audio solutions nationwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025