Category: Business
Khronos Drives Rapid Evolution of Cross-Platform 3D Graphics with Release of OpenGL 4.1 Specification
The Khronos™ Group today announced the immediate release of the OpenGL® 4.1 specification, bringing the very latest graphics functionality to the most advanced and widely adopted cross-platform 2D and 3D graphics API (application programming interface).
“Melody Street” Creates Broadcast Magic for Kids with StudioGPU MachStudio Pro
Magical World Creators Rely on Real-time Non-linear 3D Workflow and Rendering to Successfully Mix Live Action with Animation
DreamWorks Animation Reports Strong Q2
DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (DWA 31.84, -0.25, -0.76%) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2010.
BRB On Board As Sub-Agent for PlayStation Software IPs
Target Entertainment Group has appointed BRB Internacional as the licensing sub-agent for the PlayStation brand and selected PlayStation software IPs (intellectual properties) across Spain and Portugal.
Designer Sues Animation Collective
Designer Kelly Denato has filed suit against Animation Collective alleging that she has not been paid royalties owed her on the character designs for the series ELLEN'S ACRES, reports THE WALL STREET JOURNAL.
VES Announces Release of The VES Handbook Of Visual Effects
The Visual Effects Society (VES) is proud to announce that The VES Handbook of Visual Effects is now available to everyone who wants to learn or needs to know about the art and science of visual effects.
Rob O'Neill Named VP, Program Scheduling at Cartoon Network
Rob O’Neill has been named to the newly-created position of vice president, program scheduling at Cartoon Network, it was announced today by Stacey Isenhower, senior vice president of programming and scheduling for Cartoon Network and Boomerang.
NewTek Appoints Rob Powers VP of 3D Development
NewTek, worldwide leader of 3D animation and video products, today announced that Rob Powers has been promoted to vice president of 3D development. Powers will oversee the design and development of NewTek's 3D products, leveraging his extensive experience in the visual effects and film production industry.
Pfeiffer Publishes Autodesk Maya and Autodesk 3ds Max Productivity Reports
Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) is announcing the publication of four research reports from Pfeiffer Consulting quantifying the specific performance, productivity and efficiency gains of Autodesk Maya 2011 and Autodesk 3ds Max 2011 software...
IMAX Signs Deal With Russian Exhibitor for Up to 14 IMAX Theatres
IMAX Corporation (Nasdaq:IMAX) (TSX:IMX) and Cinema Park, the exhibition chain owned by Russia's largest media holding company, Profmedia, today announced an agreement to install up to 14 IMAX theatre systems throughout Russia, beginning in 2010.
Xsens releases UWB RF-Based Position Aiding Technology
At SIGGRAPH 2010, Xsens releases MotionGridTM, a breakthrough motion capture technology for previs, virtual moviemaking, game development and training & simulation
NewTek LightWave™ Shines at SIGGRAPH
NewTek LightWave™ Shines at SIGGRAPH
Inception Licks Salt at U.S. Box Office
Warner Bros.' INCEPTION fought off Angelina Jolie's SALT to remain the champion of the U.S. box office for the weekend of June 23-25, 2010.
Relativity Media Buys Overture
Relativity Media has purchased Overture Films' distribution and marketing assets from Starz, according to THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER.
Disney To Buy Social Media Gaming Company
The Walt Disney Co. is in talks to pay over $500 million for social media gaming company Playdom, according to THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER.
Icahn Sues Lionsgate
Activist shareholder Carl Icahn has filed suit against Lionsgate for its recent debt-for-equity swap, which diluted Icahn's shares from 37.3% to 33.5%, according to THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER.
Imagineer Systems To Demonstrate mocha Planar Tracking Solutions at SIGGRAPH 2010
Attendees to See Firsthand Benefits of mocha’s Planar Tracking, Seamless Export to Nuke, Innovative 2D-to-3D Conversion Workflows, Significant Performance Gains While Working with Multi-Layer Film Resolution Projects
OptiTrack Demonstrates the Future of Virtual Filmmaking at SIGGRAPH 2010
Showcases How to Produce an Affordable Virtual Production Workflow; Offers Hands-on Experience with a Virtual Camera System
MAXON to Showcase 3D Animation Software Innovation at SIGGRAPH 2010
Guest Presenters to Reveal 3D Artistry and Workflow Advantages Using CINEMA 4D and BodyPaint 3D on High-End Film, Television, and Design Projects
Shotgun Coming out of Beta at SIGGRAPH 2010 With Over 170 Clients Worldwide
Shotgun Highlights Integration Partners, Launches Open Source Initiative for Developers/Studios, Hosts a Developer User Group and Previews Forthcoming Version 2.1
Anderson's Musketeers Get German Grant
Paul W.S. Anderson's THE THREE MUSKETEERS gained $1.29 million in grants from the German Federal Film Board, reports VARIETY.
Visit PNY Technologies® at SIGGRAPH 2010 to Experience NVIDIA® Quadro®
PNY and partners to demonstrate NVIDIA Quadro by PNY graphics solutions for large-scale visualization, film and video, and digital content creation
Animation Hopefuls Pitch Their Ideas to Top TV Producers
Television producers will get the chance to make a name for themselves in the world of animation at this year’s TAC, the Ottawa International Animation Festival’s industry conference.