Sep 17, 2026

How Real-Time AI Video Is Changing How Creators Work

fal's H3 Max significantly accelerates generative video, achieving real-time capabilities and substantial cost reductions through advanced model post-training and system optimizations. The discussion covers its technical "secret sauce," the emergence of continuous, controllable video experiences like H3 Max Director, and fal's strategic shift to focus on granular controllability and quality for professional Hollywood workflows, including precise camera, lighting, and motion controls.

Nov 05, 2025

Seeing The Future from AI Companions to Personal Software

Eugenia Kuyda, CEO of Wabi and founder of Replika, explains her vision for the future of personal software, where AI transitions from command-line interfaces to a creative, user-generated medium. She details how ephemeral, deeply personalized mini-apps will replace many traditional applications, fostering a new creator economy and transforming our interaction with technology.

Nov 05, 2025

OpenAI Sora 2 Team: How Generative Video Will Unlock Creativity and World Models

The OpenAI Sora team discusses the technology behind their video generation model, from the Diffusion Transformers and space-time tokens that enable object permanence to their vision for Sora as a world simulator for scientific discovery. They also cover the intentional product design of the Sora app, which optimizes for creative inspiration over mindless consumption, and their strategy for building a new creator economy with IP holders.

Sep 02, 2025

Substack Cofounder on the Internet's Content Problem

Chris Best, cofounder and CEO of Substack, joins a16z to discuss the platform's origin, its cultural impact on free speech and media business models, and its evolution from a newsletter tool to a full-fledged creator network. The conversation explores the future of media in an attention-scarce world, the role of AI in content creation, and how rethinking algorithms and incentives can build a healthier cultural ecosystem.