The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is preparing for this year's Oscar ceremony with both programming changes and enhanced security measures, according to recent announcements.

Academy CEO Bill Kramer stated that the organization is "leaning into big cultural moments" for the upcoming awards show, suggesting a shift toward incorporating broader cultural themes into the ceremony's programming.

Separately, security preparations for the event have been significantly expanded. Officials have deployed bomb-sniffing dogs and surveillance drones as part of increased safety protocols for the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

Academy officials emphasized they do not have information about any specific threats to the event. The enhanced security measures appear to be precautionary steps taken ahead of Sunday's ceremony.

The dual focus on cultural programming and security preparations reflects the Academy's efforts to balance entertainment value with safety concerns for one of Hollywood's most prominent annual events.