Phil Sandberg

Adobe has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Topaz Labs, an AI company specialising in industry-leading video and image enhancement models. According to Adobe, "As AI rapidly reshapes video and image creation, creatives are increasingly working across hybrid workflows that combine traditionally captured footage with AI-generated content, and they are expected to deliver high-quality results across a growing range of formats, devices and production methods.

The 31st Shanghai TV Festival (STVF) has placed micro-dramas at the centre of its industry agenda, reflecting the rapid rise of short-form content and China's leading position in the global micro-drama market. Through a series of forums and industry activities, this year's festival explored how technological innovation and new production models are reshaping the future of micro-drama creation.