DNEG's AI Division Brahma Acquires Metaphysic to Advance Generative AI Tools
The acquisition integrates Metaphysic's cutting-edge AI technology with Brahma's resources to expand AI-driven content creation across industries.
- Brahma, the AI arm of visual effects company DNEG Group, has acquired Metaphysic, known for its groundbreaking AI tools used in films like Robert Zemeckis' 'Here.'
- The deal aims to accelerate the development of AI-powered tools for scalable, photorealistic content creation across video, image, and audio formats.
- Metaphysic's technology has been recognized for innovations in de-aging actors and recreating late performers, earning awards from the Visual Effects Society and others.
- Brahma's valuation post-acquisition stands at $1.43 billion, with plans for an additional $25 million investment from Abu Dhabi-based United Al Saqer Group and DNEG Group.
- Thomas Graham, Metaphysic's CEO, will transition to lead Brahma as its CEO, overseeing the integration and expansion of generative AI capabilities.