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International
New Funds Launch To Boost Taiwanese Content Worldwide
At the Taiwan Creative Content Fest, more than $50 million in new funding was announced to expand Taiwanese content worldwide, including a CJ ENM co-production fund and a new initiative to promote Taiwanese IP internationally.
Film Market
FilmQuest To Launch New Genre Film Market in 2026
FilmQuest founders Jonathan Martin and Jon Fitzgerald are introducing the FilmQuest Market in 2026, a genre-focused marketplace in Provo, Utah that will bring together screenings, workshops, and industry resources to support both creators and buyers.
Streaming
Australia To Mandate Streaming Investment in Local Content
Australia plans to require major streaming platforms with more than one million local subscribers to invest 7.5% of their Australian revenue in homegrown productions, helping ensure Australian stories continue to flourish across all platforms.
Industry
Saudi Arabia Opens Advanced Virtual Production Stage in Riyadh
The Saudi Film Commission has unveiled a state-of-the-art virtual production stage at Riyadh’s Jax Film Studios, designed by Pixomondo and powered by Sony’s LED technology, signaling a major step in the country’s effort to build a globally competitive film industry.
Advertising
Dos Equis Deepens Live Sports Integrations With “Go for Dos”
Dos Equis is expanding its “Go for Dos” campaign with ESPN and ABC, turning two-point conversions into branded moments during college football games. The move reflects a broader shift toward real-time, in-game integrations that keep fans engaged beyond traditional commercials.
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