No, seriously—how many of us have been genuinely frustrated because we couldn’t create videos from our desktop? Let’s be honest: if we take out everyone who makes videos for a living—movie makers, documentarians, trainers, influencers—that doesn’t leave a huge audience. Most people, during the vast majority of their lives, don’tContinue Reading

Artificial intelligence is transforming graphic design at an unprecedented pace. Designers are embracing its capabilities, but critical questions remain: Can machines truly enhance creativity without eroding the human touch? As AI reshapes workflows and sparks new possibilities, the balance between technological innovation and the preservation of originality has never beenContinue Reading

In today’s hyper-connected world, we’re facing an unprecedented deluge of digital content. From photos and videos to articles, books, and music, the sheer volume of available material is staggering. But what happens when there’s simply too much content? The Content Explosion: By the Numbers To truly grasp the scale ofContinue Reading

In recent years, the buzz surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) has reached a fever pitch in nearly every industry, and Digital Asset Management (DAM) is no exception. Vendors and consultants alike have rushed to position themselves as AI experts, painting a future where intelligent algorithms revolutionize how we organize, search, andContinue Reading

Four visual AI platforms are setting industry standards by training their models on ethically sourced data, compensating creators fairly, and preventing the generation of copyrighted content. Adobe, Getty Images, Shutterstock, and Bria.ai have established revenue-sharing and bonus systems, with vast proprietary image databases, to support ethical AI development. These companies are leading the charge in demonstrating that AI can succeed commercially while adhering to responsible data practices and bypassing the need for regulatory oversight.Continue Reading

On January 14, 2014, photographer Narciso Contreras was dismissed by AP for editing a war photo, raising issues of journalistic integrity and trust. Recent advancements like the Content Credentials metadata framework aim to restore authenticity in images, flagging edits and AI involvement. Major tech companies, camera manufacturers, and news agencies are adopting this transparency standard, signaling a paradigm shift in the credibility of visual content.Continue Reading

Deepfake technology struggles with the uncanny valley not just in visuals but in narrative believability. Effective deepfakes are subtle, avoiding suspicion by mimicking mundane reality. The major challenge for deepfakes, as illustrated by elections and AI-generated images, lies in crafting convincing stories, not just in visual realism. Education helps people discern truth, highlighting the need for vigilance in the face of potential misuse of digital manipulation.Continue Reading

The year 2024 marks a milestone in digital imagery evolution as groundbreaking technologies redefine visual expression. Generative AI revolutionizes visual content, while Extended Reality (XR) and Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF) reshape 3D modeling. These innovations permeate every aspect of our visually-driven society, promising a future where physical and digital realities merge in unprecedented ways.Continue Reading