February 18, 2026 ongoing Get alerts for runway.ml

Summary: Runway launches Gen-4.5 video generation model

Why It Matters: The product has shifted its main focus from general AI research to a specific, high-performance video generation tool. This suggests they are prioritizing creative professionals and commercial video production over broader robotics or world-simulation research.

What Changed:

  • Replaced the "Simulate the World" hero headline with "Introducing Gen-4.5."
  • Added a new section for "Apps" featuring specific tools like "Reshoot Product," "Upscale Video," and "Relight Scene."
  • Introduced a "Workflows" section for building custom node-based video generation chains.
  • Updated customer stories to feature high-profile commercial projects like Amazon’s "House of David" and Under Armour.
  • Removed detailed sections regarding GWM-1 robotics and general world model research from the main page.
Track companies like runway.ml
Get actionable insights on price changes, product launches, positioning shifts and more
Start Tracking →