Innovation & Technology

The landscape of entertainment is shifting faster than ever, and with it, the definition of what it means to be a content creator. At the Georgia Film Academy, we have always trained students for today's jobs while equipping them with skills for where the industry is going tomorrow.

Presented by the City of Atlanta in collaboration with local colleges and universities, Avant South is an annual gathering focused on strengthening Atlanta’s position as a leading technology and entrepreneurial hub. This year’s theme, AI in Action, will move beyond predictions about artificial intelligence to examine where the technology is already delivering results, where challenges remain and what comes next.

SCAD now offers the first Bachelor of Design in Applied AI, along with a minor available to students across every discipline, from fashion design to filmmaking. The university is betting that the future of AI will be shaped not just by engineers in Silicon Valley but by artists, designers and storytellers who understand what makes technology feel human.

The country's proposed Kenya Intellectual Property Bill, 2026 would consolidate patent, industrial design, copyright and anti-counterfeiting functions that currently sit across separate laws and agencies. At the same time, Kenya has developed a draft National Intellectual Property Policy and Strategy designed to harness IP as a driver of innovation, creativity and economic growth.

Peter Provost can see things that aren’t there—yet. And he’s getting a name for it in the world of immersive entertainment and branded content, where companies are seeking him out for a taste of his expertise in designing architecturally inspired digital sets for virtual production.

ARRI, a leading global premium manufacturer of camera and lighting technology for motion picture and live entertainment, has entered into an agreement to sell its global rental activities in Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America to H2 Equity Partners. Illumination Dynamics will remain part of ARRI and is not included in the transaction.

Atlanta has long been one of the nation’s most influential creative and cultural hubs. From film and television to music, sports, gaming, digital media, and live entertainment, the city continues to shape conversations, culture, and commerce far beyond the South.

Frank Patterson, president and CEO of Trilith Studios, shares his thoughts on Georgia Entertainment and its impact on the state's entertainment industry.

Clearly, in Georgia, business and AI are comfortable becoming steady partners. But how is that coming about, prudently, and in what can seem like a relatively speedy window of time?

Georgia is positioning itself as a key player in the global data center boom, leveraging strong infrastructure, supportive policy, and multibillion-dollar investments.