Autodesk has announced the open-source release of its USD plugin for 3ds Max, now available on GitHub. This move integrates support for OpenUSD within 3ds Max as part of Autodesk’s AOUSD initiative, aimed at fostering advanced and collaborative workflows across digital content creation (DCC) tools. What is USD? Universal Scene Description (USD) is a framework…
A crypto-mining malware attack has been identified in certain versions of the Ultralytics ComfyUI pip package, potentially affecting users on Mac and Linux. The compromised versions, v8.3.41 and v8.3.42, have been found to download and execute a malicious binary on these systems, while Windows users remain unaffected. What Happened? The malware downloads a binary file…
Recently Ben Houston, posted a story in his blog about how he co-created the Deadline render manager in the early 2000s. His story, as told on his blog, is a fascinating blend of innovation, simplicity, and the sheer will to make things work. It all began with an email from Jason Cobill, an old friend…
Maxon has officially launched Cinema 4D 2025.1, winter release, the latest iteration of its popular 3D software, featuring significant enhancements to its Boolean modeling system and simulation toolsets. The update introduces a revamped Boolean modeling workflow, designed to boost the speed and stability of operations while enabling the creation of more intricate Boolean hierarchies. These…
Action FX has unveiled a new FREE Asteroids Stock Footage Pack, designed to comp space and sci-fi scenes with ease. This collection of 20 high-quality CG asteroid assets offers a range of creative possibilities, making it a must-have for visual effects artists. The pack includes three types of clips: Asteroid fields moving towards or away…
Cascadeur, the AI-powered animation tool, has released its latest update, Cascadeur 2024.3, bringing an array of exciting features aimed at enhancing animation realism and control. This update is poised to become a game-changer for animators and developers alike. What’s New in Cascadeur 2024.3? 🌀 Ragdoll Physics: Your characters can now literally bump into stuff—and it…
Thiruvananthapuram is set to become the global hub for animation, visual effects, gaming, and extended reality (AVGC XR) as it hosts the AniMela-AMS Festival 2025 from March 6 to 9. This landmark event is backed by strategic support from the prestigious Annecy International Film Festival, promising a world-class platform for industry networking, knowledge exchange, and…
K.K. Senthil Kumar, celebrated for his work in crafting visually breathtaking cinematic masterpieces, shared his journey and insights on the art of integrating VFX into filmmaking at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. During an ‘In-Conversation’ session titled “Integrating VFX with Cinematography,” Senthil delved into the evolving landscape of visual storytelling,…
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The Animation Guild (TAG), IATSE Local 839, made headlines by clinching a tentative agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). The deal came after over three months of intense back-and-forth negotiations. Kicking off on August 12, TAG went into battle over critical issues like better wages, understaffed crews, and setting ground…
