The Disney Accelerator has confirmed four companies to take part this year, including a hologram developer for immersive experiences and an AI-powered 3D printing start-up.
The Disney Accelerator programme is designed to speed up the growth of companies working to create new entertainment experiences for Disney fans.
This year’s class is made up of:
Animaj – an AI-driven media company transforming children’s brands into multi-platform franchises.
DramaBox – a vertical microdrama platform offering original stories in a mobile-first format.
Haddy – an AI-powered industrial 3D printing factory for large-scale objects for theme parks, set design, and more.
Liminal Space – a developer of holographic 3D LED display technology for immersive experiences.
“The emergence of new technologies is having more impact on the entertainment industry than ever before,” said David Min, VP of innovation at the Walt Disney Company.
“With the Disney Accelerator program, we have a dedicated structure for Disney to embrace these technologies and create new storytelling experiences at the pace that our audiences expect.”
Bonnie Rosen, general manager of the Disney Accelerator, said: “From thousands vetted, the Disney Accelerator is thrilled to welcome these four companies, who are already proving themselves to be leaders in their respective verticals.
“We look forward to seeing how they work alongside our executives to create groundbreaking entertainment experiences for Disney fans.”
Now in its 11th year, the Disney Accelerator is one way Disney invests in innovation, offering opportunities for emerging companies at the cutting-edge of their fields.
Participating companies receive investment capital, as well as the chance to collaborate with Disney leaders.
Since 2014, more than 60 companies have come through the Disney Accelerator, including Epic Games, Eleven Labs, Kahoot!, Attentive, StatusPro, and AudioShake.
The 2025 programme will culminate with a demo day in November on the Walt Disney Studios lot in Burbank, California.
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