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generative models

In this section, we explore the inner workings of algorithms capable of generating original content – ranging from intricate imagery and coherent prose to source code and molecular frameworks. Our focus extends beyond mere technicalities to the practical utility and ethical boundaries of these tools. We view generative models as a milestone in the evolution of human-computer interaction, where the emphasis shifts from retrieving existing data to synthesizing unique solutions.

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Illustrious XL 3.5: When an Image Generator Starts Understanding Language Like a Language Model

Products

Illustrious XL has been updated to versions 3.0–3.5: the new model supports resolutions up to 2048 pixels and understands complex text prompts on par with small language models (LLMs).

Illustrious XLillustrious-xl.ai Apr 8, 2026

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Sony AI in March: A Book on Diffusion Models, Over Ten Accepted Papers, and a Researcher's Recognition

Technical context • Research

Sony AI's March recap includes a new book on generative models, over ten research papers accepted for ICASSP 2026, and recognition for Alice Xiang on a top-100 list.

Sony AIai.sony Apr 2, 2026

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Alibaba Unveils Wan2.7-Image: Precise Color, Lifelike Characters, and Error-Free Text

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Alibaba has unveiled Wan2.7-Image, a unified image generation model featuring precise color control, personalized characters, and support for 12 languages.

Alibaba Cloudwww.alibabacloud.com Apr 1, 2026

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Google Releases Lyria 3 Pro: An AI That Understands Music as Structure, Not a Collection of Fragments

Creative

Google DeepMind has introduced Lyria 3 Pro – an updated model for music generation with support for long tracks and a structural understanding of composition.

Google DeepMinddeepmind.google Mar 26, 2026

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Google Lyria 3 Pro: Musical AI Now Integrated into Professional Tools

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Google is expanding the capabilities of its Lyria 3 musical AI model: it is now available in the company's professional products and can create longer tracks.

Googleblog.google Mar 26, 2026

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Mercury 2: Fast AI Models and the First Steps Towards a Personal Assistant

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Inception Labs has introduced Mercury 2 – a diffusion language model that operates quickly and affordably, paving the way for a new approach to creating AI agents.

Inceptionwww.inceptionlabs.ai Mar 25, 2026

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Midjourney V8 Alpha: What's New in the Latest Version

Products

Midjourney has released the alpha version of V8. This update improves image quality, control, and generation speed.

MidJourneywww.midjourney.com Mar 18, 2026

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MiniMax Music 2.5+: Now You Can Generate Music Without Vocals

Products

MiniMax has released an update to its music model – Music 2.5+ can now create instrumental tracks without vocals based on a text description.

MiniMaxwww.minimax.io Mar 4, 2026

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Mercury 2: Diffusion Language Models Get a Major Upgrade

Products

Inception Labs has released Mercury 2, a new generation of diffusion language models that generate text in a fundamentally different way than the AI assistants we are accustomed to.

Inceptionwww.inceptionlabs.ai Feb 27, 2026

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