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TechCrunch
a day ago
- Business
- TechCrunch
Microsoft Bing gets a free Sora-powered AI video generator
Microsoft Bing announced today that it is introducing the Bing Video Creator to its app, which uses OpenAI's Sora model to let users generate videos from text prompts. OpenAI, which has a longstanding partnership with Microsoft, has locked down access to Sora's video generation for paying customers only. Its integration in Microsoft Bing represents the first time that it will be available for free. Image Credits:Microsoft Bing At launch, Bing Video Creator is not yet available on desktop, and videos can take hours to generate, even when using the 'fast' mode, which is supposed to take just a few minutes. All users, so long as they are logged into a Microsoft account, can use the Bing app to create ten video clips at no cost. Then, users have to pay 100 Microsoft Rewards points per video. These points are awarded from searching with Bing or making purchases at the Microsoft Store — for example, 5 points are awarded for each PC search using Bing, with a cap at 150 points per day. Users can queue up to three five-second video generations at a time — as of now, there's no way to change the length of the video. So far, videos can only be generated in a vertical 9:16 aspect ratio, perhaps priming users to share their AI creations on TikTok or Instagram. But soon, horizontal 9:16 uploads will be available as well.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Google's Veo 3 AI video generator is unlike anything you've ever seen. The world isn't ready.
At the Google I/O 2025 event on May 20, Google announced the release of Veo 3, a new AI video generation model that makes 8-second videos. Within hours of its release, AI artists and filmmakers were showing off shockingly realistic videos. You may have even seen some of these videos in your social media feeds and not realized they were artificially generated. To be blunt: We've never seen anything like Veo 3 before. It's impressive. It's scary. And it's only going to get better. Misinformation experts have been warning for years that we will eventually reach a point where it's impossible for the average person to tell the difference between an AI video and the real thing. With Veo 3, we have officially stepped out of the uncanny valley and into a new era, one where AI videos are a fact of life. While several other AI video makers exist, most notably Sora from OpenAI, the clips made by Veo 3 instantly stand out in your timeline. Veo 3 brought with it several innovations that separate it from other video generation tools. Crucially, in addition to video, Veo 3 also produces audio and dialogue. It doesn't just offer photorealism, but fully realized soundscapes and conversations to go along with videos. It can also maintain consistent characters in different video clips, and users can fine-tune camera angles, framing, and movements in entirely new ways. On social media, many users are dumbfounded by the results. Veo 3 is available to use now with Google's paid AI plans. Users can access the tool in Gemini, Google's AI chatbot, and in Flow, an 'AI filmmaking tool built for creatives, by creatives,' per Google. Already, AI filmmakers are using Veo 3 to create short films, and it's only a matter of time until we see a full-length film powered by Veo 3. On X, YouTube, Instagram, and Reddit, users are sharing some of the most impressive Veo 3 videos. If you're not on your guard and simply casually scrolling your feed, you might not think twice about whether the videos are real or not. The short film "Influenders" is one of the most widely shared short films made with Veo 3. "Influenders" was created by Yonatan Dor, the founder of the AI visual studio The Dor Brothers. In the movie, a series of influencers react as an unexplained cataclysm occurs in the background. The video has hundreds of thousands of views across various platforms. "Yes, we used Google Veo 3 exclusively for this video, but to make a piece like this really come to life we needed to do further sound design, clever editing and some upscaling at the end," Dor said in an email to Mashable. "The full piece took around 2 days to complete." Dor added, "Veo 3 is a massive step forward, it's easily the most advanced tool available publicly right now. We're especially impressed by its dialogue and prompt adherence capabilities." Similar videos featuring man-on-the-street videos have also gone viral, with artists like Alex Patrascu and Impekable showing off Veo 3's capabilities. And earlier this week, a Wall Street Journal reporter made an entire short film starring a virtual version of herself using Veo 3. All this in just 10 days. In "Influenders" and these other videos, some of the clips and characters are more realistic than others. Many still have the glossy aesthetic and jerky camera movements that are a signature of AI videos, a clear giveaway that's similar to the ChatGPT em dash. Just a couple of years ago, AI creations with too many fingers and other obvious anatomical abnormalities were commonplace. If the technology keeps progressing at this pace, there will soon be no obvious difference between real video and AI video. In promoting Veo 3, Google is eager to stress its partnerships with artists and filmmakers like Darren Aronofsky. And it's clear that Veo 3 could drastically reduce the cost of creating animation and special effects. But for content farms and bad actors producing fake news and manipulative outrage bait, Veo 3 is equally powerful. We asked Google about the potential for Veo 3 to be used for misinformation, and the company said that safeguards such as digital watermarks are built into Veo 3 video clips. "It's important that people can access provenance tools for videos and other content they see online," a representative with Google DeepMind told Mashable via email. "The SynthID watermark is embedded in all content generated by Google's AI tools, and our SynthID detector rolled out to early testers last week. We plan to expand access more broadly soon, and as an additional step to help people, we're adding a visible watermark to Veo videos." Google also has AI safety guidelines that it uses, and the company says it wants to "help people and organizations responsibly create and identify AI-generated content." A screenshot from an AI-generated video made by Google with Veo 3. Credit: Google But does the average person stop to ask whether the images and videos on their timelines and FYP are real? As the viral emotional support kangaroo proves, they do not. There's zero doubt that AI videos are about to become even more commonplace on social media and video apps. That will include plenty of AI slop, but also videos with more nefarious purposes. Despite safeguards built into AI video generation tools, skilled AI artists can create deepfake videos featuring celebrities and public figures. TV news anchors speaking into the camera have also been a recurring theme in Veo 3 videos so far, which has worrying implications for the information ecosystem online. If you're not already asking "Is this real?" when you come across a video clip online, now is the time to start. Or, as a chorus of voices are saying on X, "We're so cooked." Follow Timothy Beck Werth () and Mashable () on X for the latest and analysis. Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable's parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.
Bloomberg
6 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Kuaishou Releases Upgrade for Kling Video-Generation AI Tool
Kuaishou Technology released an update to its Kling video-generation tool to reduce the cost and time to create clips. The web-based generative AI service has moved to version 2.1, which enhances efficiency and quality, according to a company statement on Thursday. Users can upload an image to the artificial intelligence tool and provide a prompt for how it should be animated or recreated. Kuaishou then produces clips of five or 10 seconds in length, in exchange for credits.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pro Anime AI Video Generation Platform Animon.ai Launches in Korea
Key technology upgrades accompany market entry, providing an even better user experience TOKYO and SEOUL, South Korea, May 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CreateAI Holdings ("CreateAI" or the "Company") today announced market entry in Korea and significant updates to its groundbreaking AI anime video generation platform, Since its debut in Japan just last month, has earned recognition from industry professionals and driven significant engagement within the global creative community, with creators showcasing high-quality anime content produced using the platform. In addition to offering the model in the Korean language, this latest update introduces powerful new features designed to make anime creation more accessible and efficient for creators worldwide. Key enhancements include a new text-to-video generation tool and expanded language support also offering Traditional Chinese interfaces, delivering a seamless, localized experience for anime enthusiasts across the Asia Pacific region. Intuitive, High-Quality Tools Designed by Leading Japanese Anime combines the artistry of Japanese anime with cutting-edge AI technology, developed through a collaboration between CreateAI's global AI experts, and leading Japanese animation professionals. The platform delivers professional-grade results while prioritizing user-friendly design and accessibility. Generate Unlimited Content through Subscription ModelUnlike other video generation services that rely on complex token-based systems, offers a transparent subscription pricing offering unlimited generation. This approach has resonated strongly with the creative community. New Feature Empowers Best AI Anime GeneratorThe update builds on April launch, introducing a text-to-image generation tool with support for multiple output sizes and distinct style options. Creators can now craft visually cohesive works with precision and ease. These images seamlessly integrate into the platform's anime video production module, creating a streamlined "text → image → video" workflow that enhances efficiency and ensures aesthetic consistency. " is built to empower creators," said Cheng Lu, President and CEO of CreateAI. "Our goal is to break down barriers in anime production, enabling anyone— from hobbyists to professionals—to bring their visions to life with ease and quality. This update marks a significant step toward making the go-to platform for global anime creation." "As anime shorts continue to surge in popularity across Asia and beyond, is positioned to address the growing demand for efficient, high-quality production tools. By leveraging AI to streamline workflows, the platform enables creators to produce polished, professional-grade content in significantly less time," said Yuji Maruyama, spokesperson. In future updates, plans to roll out additional features, including first-frame setup, image expansion, in-between frame completion, and anime soundtrack integration, enabling users to build complete anime projects from start to finish. The platform currently supports Japanese, English, Korean, and Traditional Chinese, with plans to expand into Spanish, Indonesian, and other languages to further enhance global accessibility. Visit to experience it today. Animon Media Contact:pr@ About CreateAICreateAI (formerly TuSimple) is a global applied artificial intelligence company with offices in the US, China, and Japan. The Company is developing leading AI technology for a number of end-use applications and pioneering the future of digital entertainment content production, seamlessly blending cutting-edge generative AI technology with the creativity of world-class talent. Our mission is to redefine the boundaries of what's possible in digital storytelling by developing immersive, captivating, and visually stunning experiences that resonate with audiences on a global scale. CreateAI Media Contact:Brad BurgessICR, LLCEmail: View original content: SOURCE CreateAI Holdings Inc Sign in to access your portfolio
Android Authority
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Android Authority
We've got access to Veo 3, so give us your ideas for videos!
Google announced Veo 3 last week, the latest version of its AI-powered video generator. The biggest upgrade this time is native audio generation support, offering audio to go with your synthesized video. Veo 3 is currently available to Gemini AI Ultra subscribers or via the Flow filmmaking tool, and we've already seen it used to generate some crazy videos. It's not perfect by any stretch yet, but the technology is making major strides. We also have access to Veo 3, and we want to know what you'd like us to generate! You can leave a prompt in the comments below, and we'll pick the top five. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
