Midjourney Unveils Groundbreaking AI Video Generator amid Major Copyright Battles

Marking a crucial turning point in its portfolio, AI image generation services innovator Midjourney releases its debut AI video generation model. This release ushers the company into the full multimedia content creation arena, upgrading from its staple image generation. As of today, their user base, which stands at nearly 20 million, can breathe life into static images by turning them into 5- to 20-second videos. Users can generate a still image either within the platform or by uploading an external file, with an ‘Animate’ button initiating the video conversion.

In breaking ground with their new offering, Midjourney’s users can now experiment with two primary modes. One is automated motion synthesis, while the other allows users to customize motion prompts using text, contributing to the animation of the scene. This release solidifies Midjourney as a front-runner in the AI race amidst intense competition.

On the pricing front, Midjourney is positioned competitively. Video access is included in the existing subscription plans beginning at a monthly fee of $10. Because the company states that video jobs will cost around eight times more than images, the ended up cost per second remains almost equivalent to that of a single image.

The launch of this AI video generation, despite substantial legal adversity from two top global entertainment studios, signifies a major leap for Midjourney. This breakthrough has been met with excitement from users, being largely hailed as exceeding expectations. This move illustrates Midjourney’s determination to overpower the roadblocks and secure its spot as a trailblazer in the AI video generation realm.