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Blockchain Tech Opens Film Industry Funding Access

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Context piece
  • The Indonesian film industry is exploring new business models using blockchain technology and artificial intelligence.
  • SHOW Token introduced an entertainment ecosystem at Coinfest 2026, connecting film projects, digital content, AI, and digital assets.
  • This model aims to address challenges in film production funding, creator access, and revenue sharing transparency.

The Indonesian entertainment industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the integration of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence. These advancements are paving the way for novel business models across production, distribution, and audience engagement.

SHOW Token has emerged as a key player in this evolving landscape, introducing its blockchain-based entertainment ecosystem at Coinfest 2026 in Bali. This ecosystem aims to bridge film projects, digital content, AI applications, and digital assets, offering a new paradigm for industry players.

Akshay Melwani, CEO of SHOW Token, highlighted the importance of Coinfest 2026 as a platform for expanding industry connections and fostering collaborations with like-minded individuals. The event facilitated interactions with the community and industry professionals, underscoring the shared vision for the future of technology and entertainment.

The SHOW Token ecosystem encompasses several key components: SHOW Movies focuses on real film projects with a watch-and-earn model; SHOW AI & Marketplace targets AI-driven content production and digital assets; SHOW Kids develops educational animation intellectual property; and SHOW Capital & Index manages capital and ecosystem value. All services utilize SHOW Token, an ERC-20 token on the Ethereum network, as the utility asset.

This innovative model seeks to resolve persistent issues within the entertainment sector, including the substantial need for production capital, limited access for independent creators to funding and distribution channels, and the demand for greater transparency in revenue distribution. SHOW Token has already been involved as an Executive Producer in several Indonesian films, including "Cerita Lila," "Pemikat Jiwa," "Sihir Tanah Kubur," and "Ketok Mejik."

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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.