

Veo 3 image-to-video comes to Gemini - DTNSB 5057
6 snips Jul 10, 2025
Dr. Niki Ackermans, a genetic engineering enthusiast, dives into the contentious project by Colossal to resurrect the extinct moa bird. She emphasizes the ethical dilemmas and scientific hurdles involved in de-extinction, sparking a debate about prioritizing conservation for endangered species. The discussion also touches on the innovative AI-driven Gemini VO3 platform that creates short videos from still images, raising concerns about misinformation. Ackermans connects these modern challenges to age-old discussions about humanity’s relationship with technology.
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Google Gemini VO3 Video Creation
- Google's Gemini VO3 enables users to create short AI-generated videos from still images with sound and creativity.
- The feature is impressive but still limited by resolution and visible watermarks, balancing novelty and recognizability.
Alien Eats Ribs in AI Video
- Ron Richards turned photos from a Samsung Galaxy event into lively videos using Gemini’s new image-to-video feature.
- One clip humorously showed an alien eating ribs originally in a still image, impressing by adding unexpected animated detail.
AI's Environmental Cost Consideration
- Generative AI tools like Gemini and others consume significant energy, raising environmental concerns.
- Paid, limited-access models may slow widespread usage, reducing short-term environmental impact.