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Adobe acquires Topaz Labs for AI enhancement tools

TechCrunch AIJune 25, 2026high confidence

Why it matters

→Adobe's acquisition of Topaz Labs enhances its AI capabilities in creative tools.
→Integration of Topaz's models will offer more advanced and responsive editing solutions.
→This move helps Adobe maintain its competitive edge in the image and video editing market.

Adobe acquires Topaz Labs for AI enhancement tools — ©TechCrunch AI

Adobe has announced its acquisition of Topaz Labs, a company renowned for its AI models in video and image enhancement. Topaz Labs, which has been in operation for over two decades, offers tools like Astra for video upscaling and Wonder for image retouching. Adobe plans to integrate these models into its Firefly AI app and Creative Cloud suite, enhancing its offerings in the competitive image and video editing market. The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2026, strengthening Adobe's position against competitors like Canva and Blackmagic Design.

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