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'SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE' SCORES BEST FEATURE ANNIE ALONG WITH SIX OTHER CATEGORIES AT THE 51ST ANNIE AWARDS™

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Sunday, February 18, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Pictures Animation's Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse won Best Feature honors at the 51st Annie Awards™ celebration Saturday night on the campus of UCLA.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Pictures Animation's Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse won Best Feature honors at the 51st Annie Awards™ celebration Saturday night on the campus of UCLA.
  • Best Independent Feature was presented to Robot Dreams (Arcadia Motion Pictures).
  • Best Special Production was presented to Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie (Wildbrain Studios in association with Apple), Best Short Subject was presented to WAR IS OVER!
  • Best Character Animation – Feature went to The Boy and the Heron (Studio Ghibli Distributed by GKIDS) and Best Character Animation – Live Action was presented to Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.

Smash Virtual Production Studios Electrifies Chicago with a Master Class in Virtual Production

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smash Virtual Production Studios along with Synapse Virtual Production Studios, Framestore and Framestore Pictures hosted a Master Class last week in Virtual Production at Smash Virtual Production Studios, Chicago's first dedicated LED soundstage, introducing the Midwest to cutting edge filmmaking techniques that are reshaping film, TV and commercial production around the world.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smash Virtual Production Studios along with Synapse Virtual Production Studios, Framestore and Framestore Pictures hosted a Master Class last week in Virtual Production at Smash Virtual Production Studios, Chicago's first dedicated LED soundstage, introducing the Midwest to cutting edge filmmaking techniques that are reshaping film, TV and commercial production around the world.
  • With the studio's innovative technology, including 118 feet of pristine LED panels, the instructors were able to demystify the Virtual Production process and its crew efficiencies and economic benefits.
  • This Master Class showcased Virtual Production's potential to drive economic efficiencies and thereby overtake many types of traditional production techniques.
  • The Master Class concluded with our panel emphasizing the effectiveness and relevance of virtual environments and why they will become the standard in film making.

CrowdStrike Takes On History’s Most Infamous Breach in First Big Game Commercial

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Monday, February 13, 2023

CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today debuted a new commercial , the cybersecurity leader’s first ad during the Big Game.

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  • CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today debuted a new commercial , the cybersecurity leader’s first ad during the Big Game.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230210005324/en/
    “Our commercial during the Big Game puts a modern lens on the story of the Trojan Horse, the most infamous breach in history that should have been stopped,” said CrowdStrike chief marketing officer, Jennifer Johnson.
  • Cybersecurity is a must-have investment for every organization and CrowdStrike stops breaches so our customers can power their businesses forward.
  • The 30 second commercial, produced in-house by CrowdStrike in collaboration with leading players Framestore , RadicalMedia , and Union , aired before the halftime show.

STEAMROLLER ANIMATION RECEIVES EPIC MEGAGRANT TO ASSIST IN THE PRODUCTION OF SPICE FRONTIER, AN ANIMATED SERIES POWERED BY UNREAL ENGINE 5

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Monday, October 24, 2022

MT. DORA, Fla., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Steamroller Animation has received an Epic MegaGrant from Epic Games. The MegaGrant will be used to support the production of Spice Frontier using Epic's Unreal Engine. As a collaborative value add, Steamroller will also share feedback as they develop their animation pipeline to the Unreal Engine team to help develop new technology and innovation for animation and pipeline tools within Unreal Engine 5, the latest version of Epic's cutting-edge real-time 3D tool.

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  • The Orlando, Florida-based animation studio will utilize Epic Games' Unreal Engine to bring Spice Frontier, an animated episodic to life.
  • DORA, Fla., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Steamroller Animation has received an Epic MegaGrant from Epic Games.
  • The MegaGrant will be used to support the production of Spice Frontier using Epic's Unreal Engine.
  • "Using Epic Games' Unreal Engine primarily for an animated series will truly help streamline our production and allow for a one-stop shop software solution," Jalil Sadool, Steamroller Chief Creative Officer.

Maxon Gears Up for the Return to IBC Show 2022 in Amsterdam

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

FRIEDRICHSDORF, Germany, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maxon, developer of professional 3D software solutions for editors, filmmakers, motion designers and visual effects artists, is pleased to announce that they will be showcasing their Maxon One product line in-person on stand 7.A27 at the 2022 IBC Show in Amsterdam from September 9th-12th. Having demonstrated these tools for the first time altogether at NAB 2022, IBC offers yet another opportunity for attendees to see the impressive collection that makes up the Maxon toolkit. In addition to the product showcase, a host of talented digital artists will share their workflow tips and tricks live. These presentations will also be streaming live via the 3D and Motion Design Show each day of the show.

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  • Having demonstrated these tools for the first time altogether at NAB 2022, IBC offers yet another opportunity for attendees to see the impressive collection that makes up the Maxon toolkit.
  • In addition to the product showcase, a host of talented digital artists will share their workflow tips and tricks live.
  • "We are looking forward to the industry's return to IBC and we're certainly aiming to come back with a bang.
  • Presentations will also be available on demand shortly after airing on 3DMotionShow.com , as well as the Maxon YouTube channel .

Wonderful® Pistachios Teams Up with Marvel Studios' "I Am Groot" for Plant Protein-Powered Campaign

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Monday, June 6, 2022

LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Marvel Studios' "I Am Groot," a Collection of Original Shorts coming soon to Disney+, Wonderful® Pistachios launched their "Groot Gets Crackin'" campaign to showcase the plant-protein power of Wonderful Pistachios. The campaign, featuring Guardians of the Galaxy fan-favorite character Groot, will activate across a wide range of touch points including TV, limited-edition packaging, digital and social media, national sweepstakes, fan experiences, as well as photo worthy point-of-sale displays in-stores through August 31.

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  • Fans of the adorable character will be captivated by a limited-edition 24-ounce bag of Wonderful Pistachios Roasted & Salted featuring everyone's favorite baby tree.
  • "Our creative team worked hand-in-hand with "I Am Groot" filmmakers, Wonderful Pistachios, and Framestore to create maybe the cutest advertisement ever."
  • Thirty first prize winners will receive limited-edition "I Am Groot"and Wonderful Pistachios dual-branded gift box including a t-shirt, reusable water bottle and pistachios.
  • Wonderful Pistachios is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $5 billion company that also has iconic brands such as Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, JUSTIN Wine, and Teleflora.

Leostream to Unveil Scheduling Feature at HPA Tech Retreat

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022

WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leostream , a leading provider of remote access solutions used by media and entertainment creative teams, today announced plans to unveil its new scheduling feature for automated workflows at the 2022 HPA Tech Retreat taking place in Rancho Mirage, California, February 21-24.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., Feb. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leostream , a leading provider of remote access solutions used by media and entertainment creative teams, today announced plans to unveil its new scheduling feature for automated workflows at the 2022 HPA Tech Retreat taking place in Rancho Mirage, California, February 21-24.
  • The new scheduling feature to be demonstrated in the HPA Innovation Zone automates scheduled access to high-powered workstations for groups of users, allowing organizations to emulate project-based editing bays for a globally dispersed user group.
  • Advancements to the scheduling feature within Leostream is a great addition to the flexible policies that we are already using, and we're excited to have these options to further customize our deployment."
  • The Leostream team of remote access experts will be available in the HPA Innovation Zone from Monday, February 21 to Thursday, February 24, to showcase the new scheduling feature and the latest capabilities of the Leostream Platform.

KALRAY ENTERS INTO EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF ARCAPIX HOLDINGS LTD, A LEADING PROVIDER OF SOFTWARE-DEFINED STORAGE SOLUTIONS FOR DATA-INTENSIVE APPLICATIONS

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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Ben Leaver, Arcapix' co-founder and CEO said:

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  • Ben Leaver, Arcapix' co-founder and CEO said:
    "We are excited at the prospect of joining the Kalray family.
  • Arcapix Holdings Ltd ("Arcapix") is a UK Head Quartered company that offers high-performance storage and data management solutions for intensive and critical data.
  • Last year, Kalray announced the commercial availability of its new storage acceleration card, the K200-LPTM that targets the data-intensive storage market.
  • As of today, the Arcapix team includes more than 50 employees, including experts in storage solutions and data-intensive applications.

KALRAY ENTERS INTO EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF ARCAPIX HOLDINGS LTD, A LEADING PROVIDER OF SOFTWARE-DEFINED STORAGE SOLUTIONS FOR DATA-INTENSIVE APPLICATIONS

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Thursday, January 20, 2022

Ben Leaver, Arcapix' co-founder and CEO said:

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  • Ben Leaver, Arcapix' co-founder and CEO said:
    "We are excited at the prospect of joining the Kalray family.
  • Arcapix Holdings Ltd ("Arcapix") is a UK Head Quartered company that offers high-performance storage and data management solutions for intensive and critical data.
  • Last year, Kalray announced the commercial availability of its new storage acceleration card, the K200-LPTM that targets the data-intensive storage market.
  • As of today, the Arcapix team includes more than 50 employees, including experts in storage solutions and data-intensive applications.

UK Visual Effects Market Outlook: A USD 761.71 Million Market by 2028, Growing at a CAGR of 6% from 2021 to 2028. - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Visual Effects (VFX) Market was valued at USD 497.26 Million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 761.71 Million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 6.01% from 2021 to 2028.

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  • Visual Effects (VFX) Market was valued at USD 497.26 Million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 761.71 Million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 6.01% from 2021 to 2028.
  • Visual Effects (VFX) Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market for the forecast period.
  • Visual Effects (VFX) Market study provides an outlook on the development of market in terms of revenue throughout the prognosis period.
  • Visual Effects (VFX) Market is highly fragmented with the presence of a large number of players in the U.K. Market.