Radical’s AI-powered mocap platform fits Autodesk’s cloud strategy. Autodesk knows a good investment in technology when it sees it. And it sees it with New York-based Radical and its “born in the cloud,” AI-powered motion-capture solution. So much so, Autodesk is making an undisclosed financial investment in the company. The major attraction? Autodesk has made no secret … [Read more...] about Autodesk makes ‘Radical’ investment
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NAB 2022: What many were talking about
Part 2: Netflix and advertising within the realm of streaming. By Andy Marken “Advertising is based on one thing: happiness. You know what happiness is? Happiness is smell of a new car. It's freedom from fear. It's a billboard on the side of the road that screams with reassurance that whatever you're doing, it’s OK. You are OK.” —Dan Draper, Mad Men, Lionsgate, … [Read more...] about NAB 2022: What many were talking about
NAB 2022: What caught my attention
Part 1—Content security and cloud workflow. By Andy Marken Maybe it’s the fact that it’s been three years since folks could gather to see and talk about creative industry stuff. Maybe it’s because creators and deliverers want to discuss the important topics of the day—content security and working in the cloud… and Netflix. There was a lot to cover at NAB, so we’ve … [Read more...] about NAB 2022: What caught my attention
Foundry updates Nuke line to Version 13.2
Infuses offerings with NDI, OTIO, and machine learning enhancements. When Foundry released Nuke 13.0 over a year ago, the company introduced a flexible machine learning toolset, a new Hydra 3D viewport renderer, and more. With the newly released Nuke 13.2—the last release in the 13 Series of the company’s node-based compositing software for the M&E industry—Foundry is … [Read more...] about Foundry updates Nuke line to Version 13.2
Autodesk Flame burns up the cloud
The product family is now available on AWS. Artists using Autodesk’s Flame Family of products are no longer tied to an on-premise workflow with the latest update to Flame, Flare, and Flame Assist that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Autodesk further ignited the cloud-supported release with upgraded HDR and animation features. “As part of our ongoing efforts to … [Read more...] about Autodesk Flame burns up the cloud
NAB forms Web3 National Advisory Council
Will report on next era of media. Maintaining an eye as to what’s on the horizon for media, entertainment, and technology professionals, NAB Show has formed a National Advisory Council that will focus on issues pertaining to Web3, what many are calling the next possible iteration of the Internet. The council will provide guidance and expertise to NAB Show to assist and … [Read more...] about NAB forms Web3 National Advisory Council
Missing no action
Time to tune in or turn off the Oscars and other awards shows? By Andy Marken When Louis B. Mayer, founder of then powerful MGM, held his party on May 16, 1929, to give a few of his conscript filmmakers some rewards for staying in line, his rationale was delightfully simple, and it worked. It was a small affair—270 attendees dropping five bucks (equivalent to $75 … [Read more...] about Missing no action
Content comes in many forms
By Andy Marken “I am Loki of Asgard and I am burdened with glorious purpose.”—Loki, “The Avengers,” Marvel Studios, 2012 Sometimes we get so enamored with movies in theaters and content on our home screen, we think that’s the alpha and omega of the entertainment industry. It takes our kids to bring us back to reality. We’re looking forward to seeing Top Gun: Maverick … [Read more...] about Content comes in many forms
Announcing Karen Moltenbrey as Editor-in-Chief for Jon Peddie Research
An influencer, and mentor to the computer graphics community, she will broaden JPR’s extensive industry knowledge and experience. Jon Peddie Research (JPR) proudly announces the appointment of proven industry leader Karen Moltenbrey to editor-in-chief for Jon Peddie Research. She will be actively involved in determining the direction and content of various JPR projects, … [Read more...] about Announcing Karen Moltenbrey as Editor-in-Chief for Jon Peddie Research
Autodesk is acquiring cloud-based LoUPE software from Tangent Labs
The media and entertainment (M&E) industry also got affected due to the worldwide pandemic. The demand for streaming content and games increased sharply but content creators and members of production teams were sheltering in place as per the Covid protocols. The pandemic hastened up the move to cloud-based workflows. The M&E industry is working towards creating a … [Read more...] about Autodesk is acquiring cloud-based LoUPE software from Tangent Labs