February 6, 2026 ongoing Get alerts for runway.ml

Summary: Runway launches Gen-4.5 video generation model

Why It Matters: The product is shifting from a research-heavy "world simulation" focus to a practical creative toolkit. This change highlights specific use cases like editing, restyling, and professional video production workflows.

What Changed:

  • Updated the site title from "Building AI to Simulate the World" to "AI Image and Video Generator."
  • Replaced the hero section to feature the new Gen-4.5 model.
  • Added a new "Apps" section featuring specific tools like "Reshoot Product," "Upscale Video," and "Relight Scene."
  • Introduced "Workflows," a new feature for creating custom node-based automation.
  • Updated customer stories to focus on entertainment hits like Amazon’s "House of David" and Under Armour commercials.
  • Removed technical research sections about robotics and general world models from the main page.
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