October 9, 2026
Pollo AI is using a suite of OpenAI models - including GPT-Image-2.5 - to help creators move from a raw concept to a finished visual campaign. The platform targets the gap between ideation and production, handling image generation and video ad creation in a single workflow. It represents a practical application of OpenAI's latest generative tools in a creative marketing context.
Google has opened its SynthID Detector tool to the general public, enabling anyone to check whether images, videos, or audio clips carry AI-generated watermarks. Previously limited to select partners and platforms, the tool is now freely accessible without a Google account or special access. The move marks a notable step toward broader transparency around AI-generated media.
Anthropic has introduced two beta features for Claude: Dashboards, which connects to data sources like BigQuery and Snowflake to build live dashboards from text prompts, and Motion, which produces animated explainer videos from text and images. The company also expanded its existing Docs, Slides, and Design tools to all users, including those on free plans.
Midjourney's latest alpha update introduces shared folders, giving users a way to collaborate directly within the platform. The changelog, drawn partly from community feedback via the #alpha-ideas-and-bugs channel and office hours, also includes a broader set of smaller fixes and improvements. It marks a notable step toward making Midjourney a more team-friendly workspace.
Midjourney is testing a new "Thinking Mode" for image generation, currently available on its Alpha website. The feature can be accessed by reopening a completed job and selecting "Rerun (Thinking)" from the lower right corner of the lightbox. The company is actively seeking user feedback on the experimental capability.
