In this episode of the Eye on AI podcast, Paras Jain, CEO and Co-founder of Genmo, joins Craig Smith to explore the cutting-edge world of AI-driven video generation, the open-source revolution, and the future of creative storytelling.

Paras shares the story behind Genmo, a company at the forefront of advancing video generation technologies, and their groundbreaking model, Mochi One. With a focus on motion quality and prompt adherence, Genmo is redefining what's possible in generative AI for video, offering unmatched precision and creative possibilities.

We delve into the innovative approach behind Mochi One, including its state-of-the-art architecture, which enables fast, high-quality video generation. Paras explains how Genmo’s commitment to open source empowers developers and researchers worldwide, fostering rapid advancements, customization, and the creation of new tools, like video-to-video editing.

The conversation touches on key themes such as scalability, synthetic data pipelines, and the transformative potential of AI in creating immersive virtual worlds. Paras also explores how Genmo is bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI and practical applications, from TikTok-ready videos to future possibilities like interactive environments and real-time video game-like experiences.

Discover how Paras and his team are shaping the future of video creation, blending art, science, and open collaboration to push the boundaries of generative AI.

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(00:00) Introduction to Paras Jain and Genmo  

(01:45) Video generation with Mochi One  

(04:41) Open-source AI in video generation  

(06:08) Building Mochi One

(12:03) Simulating complex physics in video models  

(14:35) Reducing latency: Fast video generation at scale  

(20:34) Tackling cost challenges for longer videos  

(23:14) Character consistency in AI-generated videos  

(27:17) Why video models represent intelligence's next frontier  

(30:18) How diffusion models create sharp, realistic videos  

(34:02) Visualizing the denoising process in video generation  

(39:36) Exploring user-generated video creations with Mochi One  

(42:05) Monetizing open-source AI for video generation  

(45:47) Video generation's potential in the metaverse  

(47:19) Collaborating with universities to advance AI  

(48:39) The future of generative AI