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Midjourney launches its first AI video generation model, V1 | TechCrunch
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24d ago
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Midjourney launched its first AI video generation model, V1, allowing users to create short videos from images. Available via Discord for $10/month, V1 targets creative users, differentiating itself from commercial-focused rivals like Adobe and Google. The launch occurs amid a lawsuit by Disney and Universal, claiming some AI-created images infringe on copyrights. V1 offers some customization options for animation and motion, and future plans include 3D rendering and real-time simulation models.
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FLUX: This new AI image generator is eerily good at creating human hands
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11m ago
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AI-startup Black Forest Labs has launched its first suite of text-to-image AI models, FLUX.1. The German-based company aims to create advanced generative AI for images and videos. FLUX.1 incorporates a "hybrid architecture" combining transformer and diffusion techniques, scaled up to 12 billion parameters. The models claim to outperform existing options like Midjourney and DALL-E in areas such as image quality and adherence to text prompts. Black Forest Labs plans to expand into video generation, with FLUX.1 serving as the foundation for a new text-to-video model in development. The company recently closed a $31 million Series Seed funding round.
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Midjourney introduces first new image generation model in over a year
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3m ago
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Midjourney has released its new AI image generation model, V7, promising enhanced coherence, consistency, and realistic textures in images. Available in public alpha, V7 introduces "Draft Mode" for swift, low-cost iterations, and personalization by default, allowing users to train the model with their preferences. The model also supports turbo and relax modes for balancing speed and cost. Despite its advancements, Midjourney remains part of debates over AI's use of copyrighted materials.
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How much detail is too much? Midjourney v6 attempts to find out
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1y ago
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Midjourney recently released version 6 of its image synthesis model, garnering mixed reviews from its fans. While users appreciate the increased detail and scenery in the generated images, they also note issues with high contrast and saturation. The latest model also incorporates rudimentary text generation capabilities. However, criticism remains regarding the use of unauthorized human-made artwork in training the AI models. Some users have found that the new model produces worse results than the previous version, but this can be attributed to differences in prompt interpretation. Midjourney is working to improve this aspect over time.
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Former Snap AI chief launches Higgsfield to take on OpenAI's Sora video generator
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1y ago
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Former head of generative AI at Snap, Alex Mashrabov, has launched Higgsfield AI, an AI-powered video creation and editing platform called Diffuse, to cater to a wide range of creators. Using a custom text-to-video model, Higgsfield's app can generate videos from scratch or incorporate a user's selfie to create a personalized clip. Higgsfield aims to stand out by prioritizing a mobile-first, social-forward strategy. It has raised $8 million in seed funding and plans to invest in an improved video editor, training more powerful video generation models, and targeting social media marketing as its core money-making niche. However, generative AI models, like the one used by Higgsfield, face challenges related to copyright infringement and potential abuse.
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Google’s Will Smith double is better at eating AI spaghetti … but it’s crunchy?
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1m ago
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Google's Veo 3 AI video synthesis model introduces synchronized audio tracks in generated videos, a first in AI video technology. It rose to attention with the "Will Smith eating spaghetti" test, where the video's exaggerated crunchy sound effects became notable. The model can generate coherent dialog and music, though sound effect accuracy needs refinement. Veo 3's capabilities highlight the rapid advancements in AI video generation, despite certain limitations and challenges with content filtering.
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OpenAI’s Sora Turbo launches: From text to video in seconds
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7m ago
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OpenAI has unveiled Sora Turbo, an upgraded version of its AI video generation model. Sora Turbo offers faster video creation, improved video quality, and enhanced user interface. It supports resolutions of up to 1080p and allows users to create videos lasting up to 20 seconds in different aspect ratios. Sora Turbo is available to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users, and OpenAI is committed to ensuring ethics, safety, and transparency in its deployment. The release of Sora Turbo aims to promote creativity and explore new forms of visual storytelling.
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Disney Just Threw a Punch in a Major AI Fight
Wired
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19d ago
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Disney and Universal are suing AI startup Midjourney for allegedly reproducing their copyrighted content in what they call a “bottomless pit of plagiarism.” The lawsuit highlights tensions between AI tech and intellectual property. Midjourney's new video generation tool is also under scrutiny for generating videos with copyrighted characters, showing ongoing conflicts in the use of copyrighted material in AI models. The case may influence future legal frameworks around AI and intellectual property.
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Adobe's working on generative video, too
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1y ago
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Adobe is working on an AI model to generate video footage, which will be integrated into its Premiere Pro video editing suite. The model, part of Adobe's Firefly family, will offer features like object addition, removal, and generative extend. To address concerns about deepfakes, Adobe is implementing Content Credentials to indicate AI-generated content and the specific AI model used. Details about the training data and compensation for contributors remain undisclosed. Adobe also mentioned collaboration with third-party vendors, including OpenAI, to integrate their video generation models into Premiere. However, the actual availability of these features is still in the early preview stage.
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Competition in AI video generation heats up as Deepmind alums unveil Haiper
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1y ago
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Haiper, an AI-powered video generation tool developed by former DeepMind researchers Yishu Miao and Ziyu Wang, has raised $13.8 million in seed funding. The tool allows users to generate short videos by typing in text prompts and comes with features such as animating images and repainting videos in different styles. While Haiper is initially focusing on its consumer-facing website, the company plans to build a core video generation model that could be offered to others. Its main competitor, OpenAI's Sora, has gained popularity in the market, while Google, Nvidia-backed Runway, and Meta also have their own video generation models.
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Google Gemini’s Veo 3 AI video model goes live in India - The Economic Times
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13d ago
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Google's advanced video generation model, Veo 3 in Gemini, is now available in India. Initially launched for AI Ultra subscribers at $249.99 monthly, it later became part of the $19.99 AI Pro plan as Veo 3 Fast. The model creates 8-second, 720p videos faster due to backend enhancements. The Indian market, especially content creators, is keen on its affordability for producing high-quality content. Canva integrated it, allowing video creation using text or voice prompts.
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