: Artificial intelligence is beginning to assist in "in-betweening" (filling frames) and background generation, speeding up production cycles.
: TikTok and YouTube Shorts have birthed a new era of "indie" animation. Creators produce micro-cartoons or "storytime" animations that often go viral, bypassing traditional studio gatekeepers.
: Animation remains the gold standard for "edutainment." Modern content uses high-quality visuals and catchy music to teach everything from emotional intelligence to coding. Technological Impact on Production
