Studio Ghibli Makes History: The First Animation Studio to Win the Princess of Asturias Award
In a landmark moment for the global animation industry, the legendary Tokyo-based Studio Ghibli has been named the recipient of the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities.…
Beyond the Courtroom: How the ACLU is Using Stop-Motion Animation to Teach the Next Generation
In the landscape of 2026, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is arguably the last organization one would expect to pivot toward the whimsical, tactile world of stop-motion animation. Known…
The Anime Anchor: How Japanese Animation Is Stabilizing Sony’s Global Entertainment Empire
In the high-stakes world of multinational media conglomerates, diversification is often touted as the ultimate safeguard against market volatility. However, for Sony Group Corporation, the latest fiscal results reveal a…
The Algorithmic Guillotine: Why ‘Sydney the Song Cat’ Highlights the Fragility of Indie Animation
By Jamie Lang | May 6, 2026 In the modern digital economy, the dream for independent animators is simple: bypass the traditional studio gatekeepers, build a direct connection with an…









