Wikipedia has started using generative AI, but not to replace its human editors. Instead, the AI will assist in tedious tasks, helping moderators detect false content and aiding in translations. The focus remains on enhancing human collaboration and maintaining the integrity of the encyclopedia’s knowledge.
Recent advancements in AI services allow users to transform personal photos into popular animation styles, like Studio Ghibli. However, this trend raises significant concerns about copyright and privacy violations, as creators fear unauthorized use of their likenesses and styles, highlighting the need for balanced protective policies in the industry.
Adobe has introduced AI agent features in Photoshop, allowing users to interact with a chatbot for assistance with various tasks. The updated Firefly service now includes new models for enhanced creativity, enabling users to work with static images, videos, and audio while ensuring data privacy during AI training.
Adobe is enhancing its Firefly AI platform by integrating third-party image-generation models from OpenAI and Google, alongside its proprietary model. This expansion aims to cater to both professionals needing commercially safe assets and creators seeking diverse generative styles, allowing for greater flexibility in creative workflows.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced significant rule changes for the 2026 Oscars, including mandatory viewing for voters, guidelines for AI use, and new eligibility for refugee filmmakers. A new Achievement in Casting category will also debut, reflecting the evolving landscape of the film industry.
YouTube is introducing an automatic video translation feature powered by AI, initially available for select English content creators. In five years, all videos will have automatic subtitles, using the original voice of the channel owner for a seamless experience. This advancement aims to enhance accessibility for global audiences.
Google is enhancing its Gemini application by integrating the Veo 2 text-to-video generator, allowing users to create videos from text prompts. The feature, available to Gemini Advanced users, supports various styles and is limited to 8-second videos in 720p resolution, complete with digital watermarks.
ChatGPT’s latest image generator has sparked a trend among LinkedIn users, transforming themselves into toy-like figures. This phenomenon, while gaining traction on various social media platforms, pales in comparison to the popularity of the Studio Ghibli art style, raising concerns about ethics and copyright.
Artificial intelligence has brought Jessica Rabbit, Disney’s iconic femme fatale, to life with stunning hyperrealism. This groundbreaking technology allows fans to experience the beloved character in unprecedented detail, showcasing her beauty and complexity beyond animation. Jessica’s story intertwines glamour and danger, revealing her strength and devotion to her husband, Roger Rabbit.
The Render Network Foundation is set to host RenderCon 2025 on April 15th in Hollywood, California. This inaugural event will feature industry leaders discussing the intersection of art, media, and AI, alongside panels on GPU rendering, immersive media, and the latest AI technologies, fostering collaboration among artists and technologists.
