The 52nd annual SIGGRAPH conference in 2025 placed the spotlight firmly on breakthrough innovations in artificial intelligence, drawing thousands of artists, researchers, and industry leaders from across the globe.
Panels and showcases led by top experts explored the creative and technical forces shaping the next era of visual effects. From robotics and real-time rendering to immersive storytelling, AI stood out as both a driver of progress and a spark for debate.
The event also paid homage to the history of innovation, with a retrospective look at 30 years of Toy Story, while keeping its focus firmly on the future.
A true global stage for ideas, the conference underscored how technology and creativity are converging to redefine the boundaries of storytelling.