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Industry news and trends in media production — exhibitions and awards, AI and hands-on craft, updates from the team and platforms. The field moves fast, and staying current is part of the craft: we surface what actually matters.
SAG-AFTRA Ratifies AI Contract: Digital Doubles and 'Data Royalties'
Hollywood has codified the rules for using AI with respect to actors — and the central message is that a live performer is still valued above a synthetic one.
AI Video 2026: Sora 2, Veo 3, Runway, and Kling Set the Pace
In just one year, generative video has evolved from a novelty into a working tool — but with caveats that production teams need to understand.
The AI video market is in flux: OpenAI pulls back consumer Sora
Not long ago, Sora was seen as the symbol of AI video. Now, reports suggest OpenAI is winding down its consumer applications — a lesson for anyone building a pipeline around a single vendor.
NAB Show 2026: Agentic AI, Cloud, and a Record Influx of Creators
The media industry's premier trade show in Las Vegas made it clear that the future of production lies in pipeline automation and the cloud — and that the boundaries of 'broadcasting' have blurred beyond recognition.
Oscar 2026: "Sinners" and the Historic Win of Autumn Durald Arkapaw
The 98th ceremony at the Dolby Theatre celebrated not only films, but a milestone in the history of the cinematography craft.
Video Podcasts Go Mainstream: Every Major Platform Now Supports Video
Podcasting is no longer audio-only. Video has become essential, and platforms are racing to integrate it into their ecosystems.
VES Awards 2026: Avatar: Fire and Ash and the Triumph of Visual Effects
The Visual Effects Society presented its awards, with the industry honoring major blockbusters, animation, and television alike.
Analog Renaissance: Vinyl Tops $1 Billion for the First Time Since 1983
Records, film, and instant prints haven't merely survived the digital age — they're posting confident sales growth.
Dolby Atmos Is Becoming the Standard: Millions of Tracks in Spatial Audio
Five years ago, spatial audio was a rarity. Today it is effectively the standard that the entire music industry is moving toward.