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2024. Google adds new video creation app Vids app to Workspace


Google has introduced Vids, a new addition to its Google Workspace suite, designed for streamlined video creation in professional settings. Vids offers a straightforward interface for crafting slide presentations using a linear timeline, where users can seamlessly incorporate content from their Google Drive. Notably, Vids distinguishes itself with the integration of Google's Gemini AI, allowing users to opt-in for assistance in scriptwriting, storyboarding, and text-to-speech narration. Additionally, Gemini can access a repository of stock footage and generate imagery. Currently undergoing testing with a select group of Workspace users, Vids aims to unveil a broader beta version in the upcoming summer, promising an influx of AI-infused presentations in the workplace.


2023. Video editing startup Captions launches a dubbing app with support for 28 languages



Captions, a startup specializing in AI-driven video editing, has unveiled Lipdub, a cutting-edge app designed to translate clips into 28 different languages. This innovative tool is now available for free on the App Store and supports a variety of languages, such as French, Hindi, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese. What sets Lipdub apart is its ability to translate videos into unique styles like Texas slang, Gen Z, pirate lingo, and baby talk. The app's demo video showcases its remarkable feature: the capability to synchronize lip movements with the chosen target language. However, there are occasional delays observed between the audio and lip movement. Users can translate one-minute-long videos featuring a single person talking and easily share them on various social media platforms. Embracing the power of translation and AI-dubbing is becoming increasingly popular as it enables content creators to engage a broader audience. YouTube, for instance, recently revealed its testing phase for an AI-powered tool allowing users to automatically dub their videos in different languages, highlighting the industry's ongoing innovation.

2023. Capsule introduces its AI-powered video editor for enterprise teams



Capsule, a startup specializing in harnessing AI for video editing, is unveiling its product to the general public after a three-year development journey. The company's AI editor, tailored for enterprise use, doesn't seek to supplant human involvement in video editing but rather assists content and marketing teams in generating videos at a pace claimed to be 10 times faster than previous methods. To achieve this, Capsule has tackled various challenges identified through customer feedback, such as the complexities associated with video editing and motion graphics, the adherence to strict brand guidelines, and the necessity for collaborative video project work. However, the startup's product strives to offer a user-friendly interface reminiscent of other productivity applications like Notion or Slides, incorporating AI to simplify the video editing process. Furthermore, the actual video editing occurs within a web browser, eliminating the need for high-performance computers.


2023. YouTube created new app YouTube Create for editing videos



YouTube has unveiled a novel application designed specifically for content creators called YouTube Create. This application provides a comprehensive and user-friendly suite of tools, all at no cost, empowering creators to craft both brief Shorts and longer video content. The primary objective of this tool is to alleviate various challenges faced by creators, including streamlining the editing process and facilitating the incorporation of creative elements such as stickers, GIFs, and effects. To utilize this tool, creators simply upload their clips and then select from a variety of editing options to commence the video creation process. This app equips them with capabilities like previewing and trimming clips while assembling their video. Furthermore, the app boasts an extensive collection of thousands of stickers, GIFs, and a diverse array of effects that creators can readily access.


2023. Capsule snags $4.75M for its AI-powered video editor



Capsule, a startup specializing in video editing software powered by AI, has successfully secured $4.75 million in seed funding. The company aims to enhance the speed and efficiency of post-production edits through the application of AI technology. Capsule believes that its innovative software can empower individuals to unleash their creativity in video editing, even without professional expertise in the field. One of Capsule's key offerings is AI Studio, a platform that leverages AI and machine learning algorithms. This includes an automatic speech recognition (ASR) model for transcribing video audio into text, a diffusion model for generating B-roll images based on the transcript, and a generative large language model (LLM) that provides text summaries derived from the transcript.


2022. VideoScribe is now available online



The latest version of animated video creation software VideoScribe is conveniently accessible directly through your web browser. This not only grants you the freedom to create animations from any location but also introduces a wealth of fresh features and functionalities to simplify the process of crafting captivating videos. Our updated online version of VideoScribe is equipped with a variety of innovative tools and capabilities designed to facilitate the creation of more imaginative videos across multiple platforms, all with greater ease. So, what can you expect? You'll find an expanded range of canvas sizes, the introduction of scenes in place of the infinite canvas, novel methods for publishing your content, and a host of other enhancements. Rest assured, the beloved desktop downloadable version of VideoScribe remains available. Whether you opt for a VideoScribe free trial or a paid subscription, you'll gain access to both versions at no additional cost.


2022. Veed, an online video editing platform, picks up $35M



A startup based in London, known as Veed, has successfully raised $35 million in funding for its online-only, web-based platform catering to video creators in editing and publishing their content. Initially offering basic cutting, cropping, and merging tools, Veed has significantly expanded its capabilities to encompass a wide array of features that cater to the diverse ways video is utilized today. These include the incorporation of music and other media, sound manipulation, video effects, subtitles, and platform-optimized editing tools for platforms like YouTube. Additionally, Veed offers enterprise video features such as screen and webcam recording and the creation of teleprompter text. The platform operates on a freemium model, with a substantial number of users opting to pay for enhanced services, amounting to "tens of thousands" of paying customers.


2021. Synthesia raises $50M to leverage synthetic avatars for corporate training



Synthesia, a startup that harnesses the power of AI to generate synthetic videos, has recently secured $50 million in Series B funding. With Synthesia, users can effortlessly transform text or slide deck presentations into fully animated videos featuring a conversing avatar. The platform offers a variety of pre-existing avatars generated from the performances of real actors, while also allowing users to create their own customized avatars within minutes by uploading video footage. Moreover, users have the capability to upload their own voice recordings, which can be seamlessly transformed to articulate any desired content. Synthesia's innovative technology opens up new possibilities for video creation and content generation.


2021. Canva is getting into video



Canva, the startup dedicated to making design accessible to all, has introduced a new video editing suite. The Canva video software features an interface designed around scenes, enabling users to break down their videos into manageable segments. Within the suite, users can soon trim scenes, manage multiple audio tracks, and utilize in-editor video previews to review their work. Canva emerged during the design renaissance, alongside the rise of Sketch, Figma, and InVision, challenging Adobe's dominance. However, Canva distinguished itself by prioritizing the democratization of design, offering a user-friendly interface that empowers individuals to create a wide range of assets, including slide decks, t-shirts, and social media content.


2021. Microsoft acquires video creation and editing software maker Clipchamp



rephrase and keep html tags and links: Microsoft announced it’s acquiring Clipchamp, a company offering web-based video creation and editing software that allows anyone to put together video presentations, promos or videos meant for social media destinations like Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. According to Microsoft, Clipchamp is a “natural fit” to extend its existing productivity experiences in Microsoft 365 for businesses. This, explains Microsoft, has allowed video to establish itself as a new type of “document” for businesses to do things like pitch an idea, explain a process or communicate with team members.


2021. Adobe is buying Frame.io for $1.28B



Adobe is purchasing Frame.io, a video review and collaboration platform used by more than a million customers, for $1.275 billion. Frame.io aids creative professionals in streamlining the video creation process by centralizing media assets, such as dailies, scripts, storyboards, work-in-progress, and more. It also enables frame-accurate feedback and comments, annotations, and real-time approvals. The company highlights faster upload speeds compared to other cloud hosting services like Vimeo, Box, Dropbox, and others. Adobe stated that combining its creative software, including Premiere Pro and After Effects video editing products, with Frame.io's review and approval functionality will result in a collaboration platform that empowers the video editing process. The Frame.io web platform is designed to seamlessly integrate with non-linear editing systems (NLEs) such as Adobe Premiere Pro, becoming an integral part of its customers' existing workflows.


2021. OpenReel raises $19M to simplify remote video production



OpenReel, a startup dedicated to facilitating remote video recording for teams, has secured $19 million in Series A funding. OpenReel's innovative "remote camera" technology streamlines the video recording process, providing production members with enhanced control and convenience. Through the software, a remote director can easily oversee webcam or mobile device recording, with up to four individuals capturing footage and four others observing the shoot in real time. The recorded content, which can be of 4K quality, is stored locally and automatically uploaded post-shoot. Additionally, OpenReel offers supplementary features like a teleprompter to further enhance the recording experience.


2021. Reduct.Video raises $4M for its AI-based online video editor



Reduct.Video, a startup aiming to significantly increase the volume of videos produced by businesses, has successfully raised a $4 million funding round. Prominent customers such as Intuit, Autodesk, Facebook, Dell, Spotify, Indeed, Superhuman, and IDEO already rely on Reduct's technology. The startup leverages artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and other advanced technologies to streamline the video creation process. Through automated transcription of video footage (users can also opt for professional transcription services), Reduct links the transcript to the corresponding video, making video editing as simple as editing text. Thanks to AI transcription, every word is connected to the precise moment in the video, providing an efficient and intuitive editing experience.


2021. Capsule raises $2 million for its collaborative video platform aimed at brands



Capsule, a video Q&A platform targeted at brands, has successfully secured $2 million in pre-seed funding. The platform offers a comprehensive solution for hosting interactive Q&A sessions, allowing brands to begin with customizable templates that align with their campaigns. Brands can modify the logo, colors, buttons, background, and URLs to match their branding. They can then craft questions and prompts for consumers to respond to through short videos. Capsule curates the consumers' video responses to create a final video product. What sets Capsule apart is its impressive technology for assembling the footage. Through instant and automatic processing, Capsule enhances the videos with elements such as music, graphics, and pre-roll or post-roll clips, resulting in professionally edited videos.


2021. Descript raises $30M to build the next generation of video and audio editing tools


Descript, a company specializing in building tools for creators to edit audio and video files, has secured $30 million in a Series B funding round. Descript offers a unique collaborative audio/video editing experience, resembling a document. Its features include transcription, screen recording, publishing capabilities, comprehensive multitrack editing, and innovative AI tools. The company initially gained traction by attracting notable customers such as NPR, Pushkin Industries, VICE, The Washington Post, The New York Times, and various smaller media organizations.


2020. Biteable raises $7M for its template-based online video builder



Online video platform Biteable, a startup that simplifies the process of creating polished and professional videos by offering templates, an image library, and animations, has secured $7 million in Series A funding. While competing with established products such as Vimeo, Canva, and Adobe, Biteable distinguishes itself by focusing on the creation of video assets with enduring value, rather than temporary social videos. The demand for this type of video content has surged during the pandemic, as video communication has become increasingly prevalent, particularly among smaller businesses. Biteable has capitalized on this trend, resulting in significant growth for the company.


2020. Video creation and editing platform InVideo raises $15M



InVideo, a startup based in Mumbai, has successfully raised $15 million with the aim of expanding its user and customer base globally. The company has developed a web-based video creation and editing platform that caters to the needs of users seeking to create videos suitable for popular social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. The platform operates on a freemium model, offering a range of editing tools. Within just one year since its launch, InVideo has amassed over 800,000 users spanning more than 75 languages. Notably, the startup has managed to secure partnerships with prominent clients such as Reuters, AT&T, Dropbox, P&G, and Sanket Shah. In fact, some of these clients have even white-labeled the InVideo platform to cater to their own clientele.


2020. YouTube launches a free, DIY tool for creating short video ads



YouTube has introduced a new tool, known as the YouTube Video Builder, specifically designed for small businesses seeking a straightforward and cost-effective solution to create videos, even without extensive creative or technical expertise. While the tool has undergone testing with a limited number of customers, its public release has been accelerated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. With in-person video shoots no longer viable and many small businesses facing financial constraints, the YouTube Video Builder provides a practical alternative. Once created, businesses can utilize the video across various platforms, including embedding it on websites or sharing it on social media. Furthermore, businesses have the option to utilize the videos as advertisements through Google Ads if they choose to do so.


2019. Canva introduces online video editing



Canva, the design company that has secured nearly $250 million in funding, has unveiled a range of exciting new features, including a video editing tool. This tool simplifies the editing process and requires no prior experience, offering video templates, access to a stock content library encompassing videos, music, and more, as well as user-friendly animation tools. In addition, Canva has introduced Canva Apps, enabling developers and customers to build on top of the Canva platform. Notably, Dropbox, Google Drive, PhotoMosh, and Instagram are already part of the Canva Apps suite, with a total of 30 apps available upon launch.


2019. Cloud video collaboration platform Frame.io raises $50 million



Frame.io, a popular video review and collaboration platform currently utilized by over a million customers, has recently secured $50 million in Series C funding. The funding will be instrumental in the company's continued expansion of cloud-based video workflows. The Frame.io platform serves as a valuable tool for creative professionals, offering streamlined video creation processes through the centralization of media assets such as dailies, scripts, storyboards, work-in-progress materials, and more. It facilitates frame-accurate feedback, comments, annotations, and real-time approvals. One of its standout features is its remarkable upload speeds, surpassing those of other cloud hosting services like Vimeo, Box, Dropbox, and similar platforms.


2017. Google kills Youtube Video Editor



YouTube has announced the discontinuation of its integrated Video Editor feature on September 20. According to a post by one of Google's community managers in the YouTube Help Forum, the decision was made due to the "limited usage of these features." The built-in video editing tools are utilized by as few as 0.1 percent of all creators, so referring to its popularity as "limited usage" is quite generous. Fortunately, the Enhancements feature in the Video Manager will remain available, allowing users to make adjustments to their uploads by applying blur effects, filters, and trimming directly on the page. While basic editing options will still be accessible to make your videos viewable, if you desire more advanced editing capabilities, you will need to explore alternative solutions.


2016. Animoto gives businesses an easy way to create social videos


Animoto is introducing a new offering designed for businesses aiming to share their own marketing videos on platforms like Facebook and other social networks. This product caters to those who lack the resources or expertise to create high-quality videos. With Animoto's Marketing Video Builder, you can now produce videos without requiring a large production budget or extensive editing skills. The key lies in recognizing that most marketing videos can be deconstructed into common "components" that can be seamlessly combined to form a cohesive video. The process involves selecting from a variety of pre-designed templates that serve as storyboards made up of these smaller components. You simply follow the instructions for each component, such as uploading a specific number of photos or videos. Additionally, you have the flexibility to edit the text and fonts, incorporate voiceover for each segment, and further personalize the video by adding or removing components.


2016. Frame.io created video collaboration extension for Adobe Premiere Pro



The video collaboration tool, Frame.io, has introduced an extension that integrates seamlessly with Adobe Premiere Pro, allowing video editors to utilize its features directly within the editing program. This integration enhances the efficiency of the workflow by enabling editors to respond to changes while working in Premiere. For instance, editors can export content directly from the editing sequence to Frame.io and conveniently add collaborators. The Premiere extension is designed to cater specifically to the needs of editors, while the web application of Frame.io serves as an excellent platform for customers and clients.


2015. Video collaboration startup Frame.io raised $2.2M



Frame.io, the platform that revolutionizes the collaboration process in video production, has secured a funding of $2.2 million. Emery Wells, the co-founder and CEO, shared that Frame.io was born out of his personal frustrations with the existing tools available for working with clients, team members, and other collaborators. While services like Dropbox, Box, or Hightail enable file sharing on typical projects, they often lack a satisfactory video-viewing experience. This often leads to the practice of privately posting videos on platforms like YouTube or Vimeo. However, as Wells pointed out, "Communicating through static emails is cumbersome and results in a jumble of links." Frame.io, on the other hand, allows users to effortlessly upload video, photo, and audio files, view them directly in the browser, compare different versions, make time-stamped annotations and comments, and even draw directly on the video or image.


2012. Xtranormal - create movies for your business



We always encourage businesses to utilize promotional and educational videos as they provide a convenient and captivating format for customers and trainees. However, creating videos independently can be quite challenging, and hiring professional video production services can be expensive. Fortunately, there are specialized services available to help address this issue. One of the most renowned services is Xtranormal. With this service, you can create engaging movies within a mere 15 minutes. Simply choose a scene, select actors, write scripts for them, and arrange the cameras. Your video can be instantly downloaded or published on YouTube. However, it's important to note that currently, the service is primarily suited for companies targeting English-speaking customers since the actors in Xtranormal can only speak English. Additionally, the service is not entirely free. You can create a limited number of films with Xtranormal watermarks at no cost. Afterwards, you'll need to purchase scenes and compensate the actors, or opt for a subscription to the unlimited business plan.