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Artlist releases its AI Trend Report 2026: AI Broke The Rules, Here's What's Next
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Surveying 6,500+ creators, the report finds 87% already use AI tools as focus shifts from execution to vision

TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Artlist, a creative technology company empowering creators with the latest AI tools, today released the Artlist AI Trend Report 2026. The report is an in-depth look at how AI is reshaping the creative industry.

Drawing insights from industry leaders, Artlist experts, and over 6,500 creators worldwide, the report reveals how AI is changing creative workflows, raising the bar on execution, and moving competitive advantage to vision, taste, and human direction. Packed with actionable insights and data, the report is a must-read for brands and creators who want to stay ahead of the curve.

The top 5 trends and key takeaways of the Artlist AI Trend Report 2026 include:

1. The third wave of democratization
AI has unlocked a new creative era, where high-end production is accessible to all. Professional polish is the new baseline, not a differentiator. As proof, the focus has shifted from execution to strategy, with 63% of creators now focused on commercial rights and viability.

2. Get up to AI speed
The speed of creation has exploded. Bold ideas once shelved are now visualized in seconds, with full-scale concepts and instant feedback. This velocity demands a new workflow, with 37% using AI to explore concepts faster and 26% citing quicker post-production.

3. The rise of the AI creative director
AI is automating technical skills, making human direction the new differentiator. The most valuable creatives will have a clear vision, taste, and strategic thinking. 30% of creators predict AI's biggest impact will be the endless creative possibilities, enabling entirely new ideas and formats .

4. Authenticity 3.0
As AI blurs real from fake, transparency becomes everything. Audiences want to understand how AI actually works. Creators who openly share their AI process, guides, prompts, and human decisions transparently will lead. Creators sharing AI insights are already increasing their followers by 100% in just 30 days, signaling 2026 could be the best time to be a content creator.

5. You can't fake a real experience
The report identifies a key counter-trend. With everyone fighting for eyeballs online, the power move is breaking out of the scroll entirely. It predicts the smartest creators will use AI as an ideation engine to design real-world moments people can "touch, taste, and talk about" - creating the tangible bonds that screens can't replicate.

"AI now handles the how, freeing creators to focus on the what" said Itzik Elbaz, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Artlist. "While technology has automated creation, it has elevated the value of a brilliant idea, a unique story, or a genuine creative vision. The human with taste and direction has never been more essential."

"It's not just about faster creation, it's about unlocking creative freedom. Now, anyone can create professional-quality work without the traditional barriers. This democratization changes everything. It's the creative playground for the next generation," said Ira Belsky, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Artlist.

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About Artlist

Artlist is a leading creative technology company on a mission to empower creators and brands to bring their vision to life with video. Offering cutting-edge AI tools and models for image, video, and voiceover creation, alongside high-quality creative assets and powerful editing tools, Artlist enables creators to stay on trend and achieve their creative goals. Trusted by over 30 million creators worldwide and top brands including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Versace, Artlist provides a seamless, subscription-based platform with a global license, giving creators everything they need to produce professional video content efficiently. For more information, visit artlist.

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