TechCrunch Daily Crunch TikTok launches TikTok AI Alive
May 14, 2025
TikTok has launched TikTok AI Alive, enabling users to transform static images into animated stories, enhancing storytelling with dynamic visuals and sound. Meanwhile, Airbnb is venturing into services and experiences, while also planning to introduce more social and AI features. Google is making waves by integrating Gemini into Wear OS smartwatches and Google TV, promising exciting advancements in their user experience.
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Airbnb Expands Services
- Airbnb relaunches services and experiences separately from stays, allowing bookings like massages or tours alone.
- It aims to capture more site traffic and compete with other travel and service platforms.
Google Gemini Expands Beyond Phones
- Google is integrating its Gemini AI assistant into Wear OS smartwatches and Google TV.
- This expands AI assistant use beyond phones for hands-free, natural interaction in diverse contexts.
TikTok's AI Photo-to-Video Leap
- TikTok AI Alive transforms static photos into moving videos with atmospheric effects within TikTok Stories.
- This unique image-to-video AI innovation distinguishes TikTok from competitors like Instagram and Snapchat.