Arts & Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technology
Hales Wilson
Byte-Sized Culture: Women in Tech/Arts

This Women's History Month, AMT Lab highlights five groundbreaking women redefining the intersection of arts and technology across disciplines spanning new media, algorithmic theater, performance art, music activism, and artificial intelligence. Each trailblazer has used the tools of her time to challenge who gets to be seen, heard, and represented. Their collective body of work makes clear that the future of art and technology will be shaped, in no small part, by women who refused to wait for a seat at the table.

Byte-Sized Culture: Women in Tech/Arts
Film, entertainment, Marketing
Staff Researcher
The Future of Independent Adult Animation: ...

In Part II, this study builds on the industry context established in Part I by shifting from macro-level analysis to audience-centered insights. While Part I identified independent adult animation as a growing global opportunity shaped by evolving production ecosystems and market conditions, Part II examines how these trends translate into audience behavior and engagement. Drawing on survey data from audiences ages 18–35 and interviews with industry professionals, this section explores what viewers are seeking from independent animated films, the factors that drive discovery and theatrical attendance, and the key elements that contribute to commercial and critical success. In doing so, Part II connects broader industry dynamics to actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making for distributors such as NEON.

The Future of Independent Adult Animation: Opportunities and Strategies for NEON, Part II
Artificial Intelligence, creative industries, Laws & Legal
Yao Pei
Art vs. Algorithm: Copyright and Visual Artists ...

This article examines how generative AI is reshaping copyright law and challenging traditional notions of authorship in the visual arts. By outlining key legal principles, including originality, fair use, and human authorship, it explores the growing tension between technological innovation and artists’ rights and highlights the urgent need for clearer legal frameworks in the age of AI.

Art vs. Algorithm: Copyright and Visual Artists in the Age of Generative AI
Film, entertainment, Marketing
Staff Researcher
The Future of Independent Adult Animation: ...

This study provides a foundational analysis of how independent adult animation is emerging as a significant opportunity within the contemporary film industry, with a particular focus on market trends, audience engagement, and the strategic role of distributors. As global demand for animated storytelling continues to grow - driven by streaming platforms, evolving audience tastes, and international co-production networks - independent distributors face increasing pressure to identify sustainable models for developing and distributing animated films. Part I examines the evolution of the independent animation landscape and situates the project’s client, NEON’s, recent exploration of the sector within broader industry trends. Drawing on existing research, industry reports, audience surveys, and expert interviews, this section frames the study’s central research questions and methodology. By outlining the challenges and opportunities surrounding independent adult animation, Part I establishes the conceptual groundwork for the industry interviews, survey analysis, and strategic recommendations that will be presented in Part II.

The Future of Independent Adult Animation: Opportunities and Strategies, Part I
Arts & Technology, creative industries, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Futures
Hales Wilson
Byte-Sized Culture: Black American Artists ...

This month's Byte-Sized Culture is a Black History highlight spotlighting five Black American artists — Martine Syms, Stephanie Dinkins, Rashaad Newsome, Sondra Perry, and Shaylin Wallace — who are pushing the boundaries of contemporary art through technology. Each artist uses a distinct set of digital tools, from AI systems and algorithmic video to 3D modeling, NFTs, and humanoid robotics, to examine how race, identity, and power are reflected and distorted within those technologies.

Byte-Sized Culture: Black American Artists Making Waves in Technology

Free Tools and New Ideas from the 2017 Nonprofit Technology Conference (Part I of III)

Free Tools and New Ideas from the 2017 Nonprofit Technology Conference (Part I of III)

The Nonprofit Technology Conference (#NTC17) met in March in Washington, DC, the headquarters of all nonprofits.  The conference was vast with inspiring keynotes and information-filled panels.  The following is only a sampling of what was available and reveals my passions and interests: Data, Diversity and Communication.

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Going Beyond Google: Data Sources and Visualization

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Going Beyond Google: Data Sources and Visualization

Finding data and analyzing it takes time, something in short supply for most arts managers.  But without taking the time to collect and analyze data, arts managers are making decisions without knowledge. Here are two tools and one source to consider as you move forward in your work.