Sony Semiconductor Solutions has announced the LYT-828, a 50-megapixel stacked CMOS image sensor under its LYTIA brand, bringing advanced Hybrid Frame-HDR, low-light noise reduction, and 4K 120fps video to premium smartphones. Scheduled for mass production in August 2025, it aims to boost dynamic range and support richer computational photography in flagship devices.

Refik Anadol's AI-driven installation, "California Landscapes", was featured at ISE 2025 in Barcelona on a large MicroLED display by Absen. The artwork transformed publicly sourced imagery into dynamic visuals, illustrating the intersection of artificial intelligence and digital art in a commercial exhibition setting.

The 2025 Jeju Culture Global AI Art Class, a joint initiative by UNESCO and Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, concluded its first year by combining AI technology with cultural education. The program engaged youth from 11 countries, offering hybrid learning, creative workshops, and a global forum to explore AI’s role in preserving and promoting cultural heritage.

Electric Sheep, a London-based visual effects startup, has unveiled its new AI-driven video editing and post-production platform designed for independent filmmakers and small studios. The cloud-based tool uses generative AI to speed up rotoscoping and streamline workflows, aiming to reduce both time and cost in the creative process.

The SmartFone Flick Fest 2025 in Sydney highlights the impact of artificial intelligence on smartphone filmmaking. With a dedicated AI Best Film Award, the festival recognizes how new tools are shaping film production and supporting creative innovation among mobile filmmakers worldwide.

McAfee has launched its AI-powered Scam Detector, providing real-time protection against scams in text messages, emails, and videos. Integrated into core McAfee consumer plans, this new tool leverages artificial intelligence to help users detect and avoid increasingly sophisticated online fraud and deepfake content.

Hohem presented its newest AI-driven gimbal technologies—the iSteady M7 and iSteady V3—at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair 2025. The event featured live demonstrations, workshops, and in-depth looks at the latest advancements in stabilization and video production for content creators.

Art Basel Hong Kong 2025 marked a significant shift in the art world, placing artificial intelligence at the forefront of contemporary artistic practice. Featuring large-scale works and discussions by leading artists and curators, the event explored both the opportunities and challenges of AI-driven creativity.

Google introduced Veo 3, a new AI video generation tool, at I/O 2025. Developed by DeepMind, Veo 3 produces high-quality videos with native audio and integrates with Google Workspace and Flow. Available for U.S. subscribers and enterprises, Veo 3 sets a new standard in AI-powered content creation.

Turkish artist Refik Anadol and football star Lionel Messi are partnering to create an AI-powered digital artwork inspired by a highlight from Messi’s career. The artwork will be auctioned at Christie’s, with proceeds supporting educational programs for underserved youth in Latin America and the Caribbean.

The Brill Family Foundation has issued an open call for artists in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties to submit work for an upcoming exhibition, “Symbiosis or Schism: The AI Human Odyssey,” focusing on artificial intelligence and creativity. The event is scheduled for October 2–12, 2025.

Shira Perlmutter, head of the U.S. Copyright Office, was terminated by the Trump administration one day after releasing a key report on AI and copyright law. The move has drawn mixed reactions, with some viewing it as a political shake-up and others expressing concern about the future of copyright protections for creators.

LACE (Layered Artistic Co-Creation Environment) is transforming digital art by integrating AI into Adobe Photoshop, offering artists more control over AI-assisted creations. With dual collaboration modes and layer-based precision, LACE aims to bridge the gap between human creativity and machine efficiency, reshaping the future of artistic production.

Adobe Max London 2025 showcased groundbreaking AI updates across Creative Cloud apps, including enhanced tools for Photoshop, Firefly, and Premiere Pro. The event emphasized ethical AI use and creator empowerment while introducing collaborative features, performance boosts, and mobile accessibility.

ByteDance introduces Seedream 3.0, a bilingual AI-powered text-to-image model producing high-resolution, photorealistic images with enhanced speed and text accuracy. Competing with GPT-4o and Imagen 3, Seedream 3.0 shows strong capabilities in portrait realism, graphic design, and bilingual typography.

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series, launched in January 2025, integrates powerful AI features like Live Translate, Generative Edit, and Note Assist. With a blend of on-device and cloud processing, the Galaxy AI suite enhances user productivity, privacy, and creativity, setting a new benchmark for mobile AI experiences.

David Salle’s New Pastorals series at Thaddaeus Ropac London blends AI-generated imagery with traditional painting techniques. Developed in collaboration with software experts, the project reflects on how AI can support—but not replace—human creativity in contemporary art practice.

After OpenAI capped free image generation in ChatGPT due to high demand, users began exploring alternatives like Playground AI. This article compares their features, pricing, and privacy options—helping you choose the right tool based on your budget, workflow preferences, and creative goals.

Detroit Opera's latest production of Mozart’s Così fan tutte transforms the classic into a modern tale of AI and emotion. Directed by Yuval Sharon, the opera replaces its traditional opening with a fictional tech launch, reimagining its characters as engineers and AI-powered companions. The innovative staging probes the boundaries of programming, love, and human identity.

Nikon introduces the Z5II, a powerful successor to the Z5, featuring AI-driven autofocus, improved image stabilization, a back-illuminated sensor, and 4K full-frame video. Slated for release on April 25, 2025, it brings advanced tech from higher-end models into a competitive entry-level package priced at US$1,699.