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LOS ANGELES, US / BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 October 2025 - Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group (the "Company"), the cultural and entertainment subsidiary of Alibaba Group Holding Limited (HKEX: 9988), is accelerating its global talent strategy. The Company recently hosted its "2025 North America Talent Collaboration Roadshow" in Los Angeles, where it connected with young Chinese-language directors, screenwriters, and producers trained at top North American film schools. This event, spearheaded by Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group's two flagship talent initiatives—the Hina International Young Directors Program and the ChunM Talent Program—marks the official launch of the Company's talent development efforts overseas. Group photo from Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group’s “2025 North America Talent Collaboration Roadshow” The summit brought together 35 up-and-coming creators, graduates of prestigious institutions like USC, UCLA, the American Film Institute, Chapman University, Columbia University, and NYU. Many of these talents have remained in the US post-graduation, working in film directing, screenwriting, or production, and have already earned recognition at international festivals such as Cannes and the Los Angeles Film Festival. The event featured Jerry Li, President of Damai Entertainment, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group; Yvonne Liu, Vice President of Youku, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, and Founder of the "ChunM Talent Program"; Eric Lin, General Manager, International Content Development Centre, Damai Entertainment; and Shirley Cao, Platform Cooperation Expert, The IP Cooperation & Content Development Center, Youku, and Coordinator of the "ChunM Talent Program". These leaders shared insights on filmmaking and content creation with these talented. North American-based creators. The summit was moderated by Joe Zheng, International Development Consultant for the Hina International Young Directors Program, who holds degrees from Beijing Film Academy and USC and is a recipient of a Student Academy Award, among other international honors. Jerry Li, President of Damai Entertainment, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, speaks at the summit Jerry Li emphasized that the summit was designed to attract globally minded young creators, encouraging them to bring their commercial and technical expertise to the Chinese market. The aim is to accelerate the industrialization of Chinese cinema and produce content with international appeal. "In China, the entertainment and performing arts industries are still evolving, which is a huge opportunity for young creators," he said. "We're here in North America to connect with outstanding talent, bring fresh perspectives, and work with skilled professionals to shape the future of storytelling," he added. Li also highlighted the Hina International Young Directors Program, which supports emerging directors through three key avenues: providing director agency services, offering opportunities to work as second-unit directors on major projects, and incubating original IP projects. Mentored by renowned filmmakers Zhang Yimou, Huang Jianxin, and producer Bill Kong, the program had recruited 67 young directors from global film schools as of September 2025. Notable participants include Chen Xiaoyu and Zhang Yudi, whose debut features Gone with the Boat and The Midsummer's Voice, have earned nominations and awards at festivals such as the Shanghai International Film Festival and Golden Rooster Awards. Yvonne Liu, Vice President of Youku, Hujing Digital Media & Entertainment Group, and Founder of the “ChunM Talent Program,” speaks at the summit Yvonne Liu discussed the evolving Chinese film and TV market, noting that while short-form content has surged, Youku continues to invest 90% of its efforts in long-form series. She highlighted that the Chinese market is undergoing a structural transformation, with audiences increasingly seeking richer narratives and deeper emotional engagement. The traditional model of passively waiting for creators to deliver is no longer sustainable, she argued, underscoring the need for a proactive ecosystem to identify and cultivate talent. This includes integrating industry resources, promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration, and encouraging creators to draw inspiration from real-world experiences to produce high-quality content. This vision gave rise to the "ChunM Talent Program", designed to address the industry's talent gap. The program supports writers through initiatives like the "ChunM Roadshow", which bridges the gap from concept to production, and the "Creation Camp", which immerses screenwriters in real-world experiences for authentic storytelling. It also offers "Master Classes" and networking events to connect emerging and established creators. To date, the program has supported 27 new screenwriters and 25 high-potential projects, with six already in the development pipeline at Youku, significantly expanding China's original storytelling landscape. Liu expressed hope that the "ChunM Talent Program" will take root in Hollywood. "Youku is investing heavily in premium, shorter-format series, such as 8-to-12-episode projects modeled on American platforms, or 16-episode K-drama formats, or 18-to-24-episode Hong Kong-style structures," she said. "Los Angeles isn't just the heart of entertainment industry—it's a storytelling crucible where stories are forged. We look forward to the extraordinary works born from the fusion of Eastern and Western cultures. True magic will be made when the epic imagination of the Classic of Mountains and Seas is infused into the three-act structure, and the serene melodies of traditional Chinese strings encounter the blockbuster rhythm of Hollywood." Joe Zheng, International Development Consultant, Hina International Young Directors Program, speaks at the summit Joe Zheng addressed the challenges faced by some overseas-trained Chinese creators, who often struggle to fully integrate into foreign markets or adapt their skills to China's industry. "What you learn in one market doesn't always translate to another," he said. "Young creators need to stay attuned to the preferences and needs of different audiences across markets and age groups to keep growing and creating content that resonates." Hashtag: #HujingThe issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
New capital will support ongoing product innovation for the authentication and verification of digital content as the market continues to expand SAN MATEO, Calif., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GetReal Security, a cybersecurity leader specializing in the detection and mitigation of malicious generative AI threats including deepfakes and impersonation attacks, announced it has closed $17.5M in Series A funding led by global early-stage cybersecurity and AI investment firm Forgepoint Capital with participation from Ballistic Ventures, Evolution Equity, and K2 Access Fund as well as strategic investors In-Q-Tel (IQT), Cisco Investments and Capital One Ventures. Joining the company's board of directors are Forgepoint Capital Co-Founder and Managing Director Alberto Yépez and GetReal Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer Dr. Hany Farid, the preeminent digital forensics expert in the field. This new capital will fuel GetReal's R&D, product development, and go-to-market operations as the company addresses the rapidly evolving threat environment associated with generative AI and digital content. "Developments in foundation models and generative AI have evolved the attack surface well beyond traditional networks and infrastructures, opening up new vulnerabilities in protecting the modern digital enterprise. This means that the verification and authentication of digital content – whether text, images, audio, or video – is a critical new frontier of enterprise risk management as organizations have become prime targets for manipulation and exploitation," said Yépez. "What sets the GetReal team apart is their combination of world-class digital forensics and deep cyber domain expertise. The team is uniquely positioned to address this challenge and equip enterprises to defend against this new attack vector." The proliferation and general adoption of AI have introduced both opportunities and challenges for enterprises, including the ease with which AI-generated content can be used for both legitimate and illegitimate purposes. The result is a new attack technique that targets any organization relying on digital communications to run their business – virtually every business today – undermining trust in critical information and challenging their ability to make effective business decisions. Attackers are already successfully deploying manipulated digital content to deceive employees into sharing sensitive data, executives into authorizing fraudulent transactions, and customers into trusting falsified communication. "We've reached a pivotal moment. AI-generated content is on the verge of dominating the digital landscape and bad actors are already exploiting these advancements," said Ted Schlein, Chairman and Co-Founder of GetReal and Co-Founder and General Partner of Ballistic Ventures. "The need for solutions that can quickly and accurately verify and authenticate digital media has never been more critical. We're happy to welcome these new investors to our syndicate, and we look forward to working together to protect enterprises and governments from the growing threats posed by AI-driven deception." GetReal offers a complete set of solutions designed to help organizations effectively manage risk and mitigate threats from these new types of AI-fueled attacks. All products and services are offered through GetReal's unified platform which provides the infrastructure to accommodate all modalities (image, audio and video) for both files and real-time digital communication streams. The company also offers enterprise-class services to help organizations train security teams, develop policy, and deploy solutions. Its newly launched incident response service, GetReal Respond, was designed to help organizations deal with complex incidents requiring the highest level of forensic analysis, and leverages GetReal's team of digital forensics experts and investigators for advanced analysis. "As we've seen so many times before in the cybersecurity industry, when sophisticated tools become easily accessible, adversaries will strike. This time will be no different," said Matt Moynahan, CEO of GetReal. "When people can't trust what they see, hear, or read, it will challenge every organization's ability to execute. GetReal's mission is to tackle this challenge head-on, and I'm proud to be working alongside this talented team to combat it." "I'm heartened that these quality investors understand the profound implications that unchecked malicious generative AI can have on the greater good and are joining our cause to build GetReal into a transformative cybersecurity company," said Farid. "I've dedicated my career to advancing digital forensics techniques and advising on cases where manipulated content has dire real-world consequences. Our solution set is a significant step forward in our mission to create best-in-class content verification and authentication capabilities to navigate an era where synthetic content is increasingly indistinguishable from reality." To learn more about GetReal and what's ahead, read Moynahan's blog here and visit www.getrealsecurity.com About GetReal SecurityGetReal Security is the cybersecurity leader specializing in the detection and mitigation of threats posed by malicious generative AI content including deepfakes and impersonation attacks. Its technology serves multinational corporations, financial institutions, media organizations, government agencies, and social media companies. The company was incubated by Ballistic Ventures, the venture capital firm dedicated exclusively to funding and incubating entrepreneurs and innovations in cybersecurity, and Dr. Hany Farid, the preeminent expert in media forensics. Learn more at getrealsecurity.com and follow the company on LinkedIn. About Forgepoint CapitalForgepoint Capital is a leading venture capital firm that invests in transformative cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure software companies protecting the digital future. With over $1 billion in AUM, the largest sector-focused investment team, and portfolio of more than 30 companies, the firm brings over 100 years of proven company-building experience and its Advisory Council of more than 100 industry leaders to support entrepreneurs advancing innovation globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area and London, Forgepoint is proud to help category-defining companies reach their market potential. Learn more at www.forgepointcap.com and on LinkedIn. Media Contactgetrealsecurity@inkhouse.com
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 19 September 2023 - Alibaba Pictures Group Limited ("Alibaba Pictures" or the "Company," HKEX: 1060), an integrated entertainment platform featuring "content + technology" under the Alibaba Digital Media and Entertainment Group, and Alibaba Investment Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alibaba Group Holding Limited ("Alibaba Group") (NYSE: BABA and HKEX: 9988 (HKD counter) and 89988 (RMB counter)), are pleased to announce the entry into a share purchase agreement, pursuant to which Alibaba Pictures had conditionally agreed to acquire the entire equity stake of Pony Media Holdings Inc. (the "Target Company"), the operator of "Damai" brand. By further expanding the upstream presence of "Damai" brand in live entertainment industry value chain, such as events production and promotion, venue operation and artist management, the Company aims to strengthen scale advantages and barriers to entry, and further build brand awareness for its offline entertainment business. Through "Damai" brand, the Target Company (along with its subsidiaries) is a leading provider of live performances, including concerts, musical festivals, livehouse performances, plays, sports events and exhibitions in the PRC. The Target Company engages in the full life cycle of live performances, including production, promotion and ticketing, and served over 1.8 million events with over 100 million registered customers cumulatively. "We believe this transaction heralds a new chapter for the new Alibaba Pictures. Before today's announcement, we have already established deep connection with Damai through our exclusive service agreement, and accumulated over 20 million Taomai VIP members to date," said Mr. Jie Li, President of Alibaba Pictures. "Following the transaction, we will strive to integrate our resources, expand presence along industry value chain, drive development through technology innovation, and ultimately create value to our customers and shareholders." The aggregate consideration shall be US$167 million (equivalent to approximately HK$1,307 million) and shall be satisfied by the Company allotting and issuing 2,513,028,847 consideration shares to Alibaba Investment Limited at an issue price of HK$0.52 per share, based on the volume weighted average price of the Company's ordinary shares listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the "Stock Exchange") for thirty (30) consecutive trading days immediately preceding the agreement date. Immediately after the issue of the consideration shares, Alibaba Group will increase its shareholding in Alibaba Pictures to approximately 54.26%. J.P. Morgan Securities (Asia Pacific) Limited acted as Financial Adviser to the Company. Subject to the fulfillment of certain conditions precedent, including obtaining approval from Independent Shareholders in a special general meeting, the transaction is expected to be closed in the fourth quarter of 2023. For more information, please refer to Company's announcement published on the Stock Exchange dated September 19, 2023. Hashtag: #AlibabaPicturesThe issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.About Alibaba Pictures Alibaba Pictures was incorporated in Bermuda and its shares are listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange. The Company is an entertainment platform driven by the Internet at its core, with full coverage across the industry chain. The core business of the Group includes three major segments: content, technology and IP merchandising and commercialization. These segments encompass (i) investment in and production and distribution of entertainment content, such as film and drama series, both domestically and internationally; (ii) digitalization in the entertainment sector, including platform ticketing, digital intelligence business and other technology products; and (iii) centered around content IP, provision of professional services such as IP development and operation, and production and distribution of IP derivatives, respectively. For more information, please visit https://ir.alibabapictures.com/
LONDON, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MDJM LTD (Nasdaq: UOKA) ("MDJM" or the "Company") today highlighted the growing policy support and economic significance of the animation and creative industries across the UK and Europe, noting that the sector has become an increasingly strategic component of national and regional economic development. The UK's creative industries are widely recognized as one of the country's most dynamic economic sectors. According to official statistics cited in the House of Lords Library article "Creative industries: Growth, jobs and productivity," published by the UK Parliament on January 30, 2025, the UK creative industries contributed more than £124 billion in gross value added (GVA) to the UK economy in 2023. This represented over 5% of total UK economic output and supported approximately 2.4 million jobs nationwide. This sustained economic contribution has led successive governments to position the creative industries, including film, television, animation, design, and digital media, as a key growth sector within the UK's long-term economic strategy. UK Incentives Strengthening the Screen and Animation Sector Within this broader framework, the UK maintains one of the world's most structured policy environments supporting screen production and animation development. Under the Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC) system, animated films and animated television productions may qualify for a 39% expenditure credit on qualifying production cost, subject to certification and eligibility requirements. The policy forms part of a broader reform of the UK's creative-industry tax relief system designed to attract global production and strengthen the domestic creative ecosystem. In parallel, the UK Government has introduced enhanced incentives for visual-effects production. Beginning in 2025, qualifying UK VFX expenditure for film and high-end television productions may receive a 39% credit, while previous limits on eligible VFX spending have been removed. These measures are intended to reinforce the UK's role as a global hub for digital production, animation, and visual-effects technologies. Together, these policies place the UK among the most competitive international locations for animation production and audiovisual development. Scotland's Expanding Creative Economy Within the UK, Scotland has increasingly positioned the creative industries as a central pillar of its cultural and economic development strategy. Scotland's creative economy includes sectors such as film, television, animation, design, games, and digital media. Collectively, these industries contribute billions of pounds annually to the national economy while supporting tens of thousands of creative jobs. Public agencies such as Screen Scotland and Creative Scotland have expanded their focus on building production capacity, supporting creative talent, and strengthening the country's screen-sector infrastructure. Regional cultural infrastructure has also become an important component of Scotland's creative-economy strategy. Cultural institutions and creative production facilities are increasingly recognized for their role in attracting international projects and supporting long-term industry growth. European Policy Environment Supporting Animation Beyond the UK, the animation and audiovisual industries across Europe operate within a robust policy framework designed to support cultural production and international collaboration. At the continental level, the Creative Europe program serves as the European Union's flagship initiative for supporting audiovisual and cultural production. The program facilitates cross-border collaboration among European studios, producers, and cultural institutions while promoting the international circulation of European creative works. European governments have also expanded national incentive programs, co-production treaties, and cultural-sector funding mechanisms to support animation and audiovisual production. These policies have contributed to the emergence of a highly interconnected European animation ecosystem in which studios, artists, and production partners frequently collaborate across national borders. Animation as a Strategic Creative Industry The growing recognition of animation within policy frameworks across the UK and Europe reflects a broader transformation within the global creative economy. Animated storytelling now occupies an increasingly central role within the international media landscape, spanning cinema, streaming platforms, digital media, and cultural institutions. As demand for high-quality narrative content continues to expand worldwide, governments and industry bodies have increasingly emphasized the importance of supporting animation as both a cultural medium and a high-value creative industry. MDJM noted that the strengthening policy environment across the UK and Europe provides a supportive backdrop for the continued development of animation projects and cross-border creative collaboration. The Company believes that the combination of structured policy incentives, growing public investment in cultural infrastructure, and an increasingly interconnected European animation ecosystem will continue to reinforce the long-term prospects of the sector. Against this backdrop, the Company remains confident that its strategic direction and distinctive model, integrating cultural infrastructure, creative production, and digital platforms, will generate meaningful cultural impact while delivering sustainable economic value over time. About MDJM LTD MDJM LTD is a global cultural innovation company focused on cultural IP development, animation production, international licensing, and cultural venue operations. The Company has been expanding its operations in the UK, where it is developing projects such as Fernie Castle in Scotland and the Robin Hill Property in England. These properties are being remodeled into multi-functional cultural venues that will feature fine dining, hospitality services, art exhibitions, and cultural exchange events. As part of its broader strategy, MDJM is collaborating with select European animation studios to develop animated short films that blend Eastern themes with Western artistry. The Company aims to integrate Eastern philosophy with international artistic practices, creating a global cultural ecosystem built on storytelling and immersive experience. This initiative reflects the Company's commitment to furthering its global market expansion and enhancing its cultural business footprint. For more information regarding the Company, please visit https://www.ir-uoka.com/. Forward-Looking Statements This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's annual report on Form 20-F and its other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investor ContactSherry ZhengWAVECREST GROUP INC.Phone: +1 718-213-7386Email: sherry@wavecrestipo.com
PARIS and NEW YORK and LONDON, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AMTD Digital Inc. ("AMTD Digital" or the "Company") (NYSE: HKD), a NYSE-listed company and a subsidiary of AMTD Group Inc., today announced the filing of its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission, with summary highlights below: Total Revenue increased by 565.7% from US$20.4 million to US$136.1 million Total Net Income increased by 132.7% from US$41.7 million to US$97.0 million Total Assets amounted to US$955.4 million (US$7.57/share) Net asset value amounted to US$603.7 million (US$4.78/share) The annual report is available on the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.amtdigital.net/investor-news. The Company will provide a hard copy of its annual report containing the audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders and ADS holders upon request. Requests should be directed to Investor Relations Office at ir@amtdigital.net . About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit https://ir.amtdigital.net/investor-news. For more information, please contact: For AMTD Digital Inc.: IR OfficeAMTD Digital Inc.EMAIL: ir@amtdigital.net
Blocking an average of 10M+ malicious crawler requests daily, CDNetworks shields licensed media, preserves user experience, and thwarts AI-driven IP theft. SINGAPORE, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CDNetworks, the APAC-leading network to deliver edge as a service, today announced the successful deployment of its advanced bot management solution to help a leading digital content platform defend against malicious AI crawlers. The explosion of generative AI has created new risks for platforms hosting high-value digital media. Automated crawlers can scrape vast amounts of copyrighted content to train AI models or for unauthorized resale, jeopardizing both the platform's and its creators' intellectual property. CDNetworks addressed these challenges by delivering a cloud-based bot management solution powered by threat intelligence, context-aware detection, and behavioral analysis. The solution is designed to accurately identify and mitigate large-scale scraping activity, including traffic associated with AI model training crawlers that attempt to mimic legitimate users. Key Results Include: 10M+ malicious crawler requests blocked daily on average 90%+ of malicious crawler activity detected in business-critical traffic (login, user registration, etc.) Reduced server load and bandwidth costs Enhanced SEO performance and user experience Creative content effectively protected through unified defenses against DDoS, web attacks, and malicious crawlers "Protecting original content means protecting the creators behind it. We're proud to support platforms in defending their work from unauthorized AI-driven harvesting," said Antony Li, APAC Head of Sales at CDNetworks. "As AI adoption accelerates, content platforms need security that can adapt just as quickly. We remain committed to helping content platforms defend their most valuable assets while ensuring a seamless experience for legitimate users." About CDNetworks As the APAC-leading network with over 2,800 global Points of Presence and more than 20 years of technology experience, CDNetworks delivers the fastest and most secure digital experiences to end users. Our diverse products and services include web performance, media delivery, cloud security, edge computing, zero-trust security, and colocation services — all designed to spur business innovation. To learn more, visit cdnetworks.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
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