American artificial intelligence (AI) startup Runway has introduced a cutting-edge video generation model, Gen-4.5. This new model has outshone similar offerings from tech behemoths like Google and OpenAI in independent benchmark tests, securing its position as an industry frontrunner.

Gen-4.5 is capable of creating high-definition dynamic videos based on textual prompts. It stands out for its exceptional understanding of physical laws, earning it the top spot on the Video Arena leaderboard. The CEO of Runway highlighted that, despite having a team of just a hundred people, the company has managed to outperform industry giants. The internal codename for Gen-4.5 embodies the challenging and innovative spirit of this small yet mighty team.

Established in 2018, Runway now boasts a workforce of approximately 120 employees and a diverse customer base. The company currently holds a valuation of $3.55 billion.

On the technical front, Gen-4.5 has achieved significant breakthroughs in multiple areas. Its research and development, as well as inference processes, are both powered by NVIDIA GPUs. The two companies have engaged in in-depth collaboration, a partnership that has been publicly recognized by the CEO of NVIDIA.