Top 5 in Tech: Runway’s Act-Two Upgrade, WeTransfer Backs Off AI Language, Moonvalley’s $84M Raise

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Here's a quick roundup of the most significant developments in media and entertainment technology this week:

🎥 Runway Act-Two: Animate Any Character from a Single Image

Runway's Act-Two is a major upgrade to its motion capture AI model to transfer human performances to still images, now offering higher fidelity and expanded tracking for face, hands, and body. It improves motion consistency, adds support for fine gestures and environmental motion, and works across a wider range of character styles. 

🛑 WeTransfer Backs Off AI Terms After Creator Backlash

WeTransfer has removed language from its terms of service that allowed user content to train AI, following strong pushback. The company now explicitly states it will not use uploaded files for machine learning, addressing concerns over privacy and intellectual property.

💸 Moonvalley Raises $84M to Scale Filmmaker-Focused AI

Moonvalley has raised $84 million for its AI model Marey, with backing from major entertainment investors like CAA and Comcast Ventures. The company stands out by training its video tools exclusively on licensed data, positioning itself as a legal and ethical alternative to other models. The funding will support deeper integration with production workflows and expansion into Hollywood.

🤖 ChatGPT Agents: AI That Handles Complex Tasks

OpenAI is rolling out ChatGPT Agents—custom bots that can take actions on your behalf, like booking flights or analyzing files, directly from within ChatGPT. These agents can browse the web, run code, or interact with APIs, turning natural language into real task execution.

⏱ LTXV Breaks 60-Second Limit in AI Video Generation

Lightricks has updated its LTXV model to support real-time streaming of AI-generated videos over 60 seconds long. The model runs on consumer hardware and is open-source, with both weights and code available on platforms like Hugging Face. Key improvements include faster generation speeds and dynamic control during video creation.

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