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First films using Moonvalley tech expected in the next year

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CEOs Naeem Talukdar of Moonvalley and Bryn Mooser of Asteria discuss advancements in augmented storytelling using licenced AI generation.
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Blackmagic Camera ProDock brings pro production tools to iPhone

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Blackmagic Design launches Camera ProDock for iPhone 17 Pro, adding pro tools like genlock, external audio and ProRes RAW for high-end film production.
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Amber Technology to exclusively distribute TASCAM in Australia

Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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Amber Technology will exclusively distribute TASCAM's full product range in Australia from October 2025, enhancing access to professional audio solutions nationwide.
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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.
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Sony unveils ECM-778 microphone, CFexpress cards, & podcast

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Sony launches ECM-778 shotgun microphone, CFexpress Type A cards, reader, and a new podcast, enhancing tools for professional and amateur content creators.
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Google launches Flow AI tool for filmmakers and video creators

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Google unveils Flow, an AI tool designed for filmmakers to craft and edit cinematic clips using advanced AI models Veo, Imagen, and Gemini.
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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.
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DreamWorks deepens technology partnership with Lenovo to boost film production

Thu, 29th May 2025
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DreamWorks Animation has deepened its partnership with Lenovo, naming it preferred provider to boost film production with advanced computing solutions.
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Amber Technology expands DPA Microphones partnership to NZ

Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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Amber Technology has broadened its distribution partnership with DPA Microphones to include New Zealand, enhancing access to high-quality audio solutions.
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Sony unveils advanced LED system for film & home use

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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Sony has unveiled plans for a revolutionary display system featuring high-density LED technology, aiming to redefine colour volume and image quality by 2026.
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TV & video streaming emissions double airline industry

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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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.
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Adobe invests USD $5m in fund for diverse filmmakers

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Ahead of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, Adobe unveils updates to its tools and pledges USD $5 million to support underrepresented filmmakers.
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New anime series Ghost of Tsushima announced for 2027

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Crunchyroll, Aniplex and PlayStation Productions are set to produce an anime series based on the acclaimed game Ghost of Tsushima, premiering in 2027.
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Blackmagic lowers Pocket Cinema Camera 4K to USD $995

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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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.
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Fujifilm unveils GFX ETERNA camera for 2025 release

Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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Fujifilm has announced the GFX ETERNA, its first filmmaking camera, slated for a 2025 release, featuring groundbreaking imaging technology.
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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'.
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Blackmagic brings digital film prowess to Samsung & Google phones

Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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Blackmagic Design’s new app brings its digital film prowess to Android, offering Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel users advanced video features and seamless cloud collaboration.
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Video: 10 minute IT Jams - Another update from Wasabi Technologies

Fri, 2nd Jun 2023
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Stephen Madden, who is the Technical Alliance Manager for Australia and New Zealand at Wasabi Technologies, joins us today to tell us more about Wasabi.
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Autodesk buys Auckland-based media production firm Moxion

Fri, 21st Jan 2022
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Autodesk acquires Moxion, a digital dailies firm, to expand its focus on media production and offer more integrations and features.
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Vertiv edge solutions power the digital stage for Australian film production

Mon, 5th Jul 2021
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Australian-based film production company deploys a modular edge solution to support its critical digital infrastructure for a blockbuster film.