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AI Termcirca 2019· Added Aug 22, 2026

AI Video Generation

The use of AI algorithms to create or edit videos.

AI video generation involves the use of machine learning models to generate videos from text prompts, images, or other data sources. This technology has various applications, including video content creation, advertising, and education. AI video generation can be used to create videos from scratch or edit existing ones by adding special effects, removing objects, or changing the background.

Examples

  • Using AI to generate explainer videos for a company
  • Creating AI-generated music videos for social media

Common misconceptions

  • Thinking that AI video generation is only used for entertainment purposes
  • Believing that AI-generated videos are always of low quality

Also known as: ai-generated video, video synthesis

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