Overview

• Marlee Matlin accepted the Academy Award of Merit on behalf of contributors to captioning technology, emphasizing the Academy's commitment to accessibility and inclusion.
• New rules on human authorship in generative AI and digital tools were approved by the Academy’s Science and Technology Council earlier in April.
• Disney and Wētā FX were recognized for machine learning denoisers that enhance rendering efficiency and image quality in films like 'Toy Story 4' and 'Avatar: The Way of Water.'
• On-set fire stunt safety innovations, including hydrogels and naked burn gels, received awards for advancing performer safety during high-risk scenes.
• Camera stabilization systems, sound alignment tools, and VFX simulation technologies were celebrated for improving realism, efficiency, and creative possibilities in filmmaking.