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Spanish Government Invests Another $7.4M In Animation, Backing Canary Studio Amuse Animation

Spain follows a $28.8 million Anima Kitchent investment with a $7.4 million backing of Amuse Animation as it pushes to grow its domestic animation industry.

UPDATED: Ánima Estudios, One Of Mexico’s Most Important Animation Studios, Is Undergoing A Corporate Restructuring

The studio says it is restructuring to realign its “business model with the evolving demands of the international entertainment landscape.”

Taiki Sakurai Bets On Original Anime With ‘20001 An Earth Odyssey,’ Salamander Pictures’ First Short (EXCLUSIVE TRAILER)

‘Ghost in the Shell’ writer and former Netflix exec Taiki Sakurai on his new studio Salamander Pictures and its debut sci-fi short, ‘20001 An Earth Odyssey.’

Disney, DreamWorks, Pixar Animated Films Claim 59% Of California’s Latest Studio Tax Credits

DreamWorks, Pixar, and Disney dominate the latest incentive round as California doubles down on keeping big-budget animation production in state.

How ‘Eventized’ Screenings, ‘Coraline’s’ 4K Re-Release, And Annecy’s Platform Helped Shape Laika’s Plans For ‘Wildwood’

David Burke explains how Annecy, Fathom Entertainment, and the studio’s successful re-release screenings are shaping the plan for Laika’s next feature.

Our Annecy 2026 Studio Report Card: The Winners, Losers, And How One Company Actually Did More Harm Than Good

From Netflix and Warner Bros. to DreamWorks and Paramount, we break down which studios impressed, disappointed, and surprised in France.

‘Absolute Batman,’ Joker Anime, And More Announced By Warner Bros. Animation, DC Studios From Annecy

DC Studios also showed off ‘Joker: Laugh Riot,’ ‘Krypto,’ ‘Starfire,’ ‘Super Powers,’ and new looks at ‘Creature Commandos.’

WBPA Boss Bill Damaschke Promises Creator-Led ‘New Chapter’ At The Studio, Headlined By Vivienne Medrano’s ‘Prehistoria’

At Annecy, the animation chief pitched an artist-first future guided by “Heart, Humor, Hope” and showcased projects through 2028.

Aardman Turns 50, But Its Annecy Presentation Was All About The Future

New looks at ‘Let’s Go Timmy,’ ‘Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom,’ and ‘Danger Delilah’ headlined Aardman’s Annecy event.

Kartoon Studios Scores Its Biggest Hit Yet With A $78.5 Million Court Settlement

Formerly Genius Brands, the studios says the cash influx is a “watershed moment” for the company and, “most importantly, for our shareholders.”

Disney Branded Television Re-Brands As The Friendlier-Sounding Disney Kids & Family

The division overseeing Disney Channel, Disney Jr., and Disney+ children’s programming adopts a new name after a corporate review.

One Year After Technicolor’s Fall, MPC Is Folded Into The Mill By New AI Parent Company TransPerfect

The latest consolidation of two storied VFX brands raises questions about stability, competition, and the role of AI in production pipelines.

Wallace, Gromit, Shaun, Morph, And Feathers McGraw Land Commemorative 50p Royal Mint Coin

To celebrate the Bristol-based studio’s 50th anniversary, the Royal Mint has put some of its most iconic characters on a 50p coin.

DNEG Buys Anima Kitchent As Spain Invests $28.8M In Further Canary Island Animation Growth

The deal gives the VFX and animation giant a foothold in one of Europe’s fastest-growing production hubs, fueled by generous tax incentives.

‘Destiny’ Devs, Artists, And Fans Make One Last Wish As Bungie Ends Franchise Development

After layoffs, turmoil, and a final update, players and former staff rally behind hopes for Destiny’s future beyond June 9.

Italian Industry Rallies Around Zerocalcare, DogHead, Movimenti After Right-Wing Senator Offers His 2 Cents On Anonymous Labor Allegations

ASIFA Italia, ANICA, and Cartoon Italia backed the creator and studios behind Netflix’s ‘My 2 Cents’ after anonymous labor claims sparked political backlash.

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