×
Mochi-1 lets users train their own AI video models with minimal footage
Written by
Published on
Join our daily newsletter for breaking news, product launches and deals, research breakdowns, and other industry-leading AI coverage
Join Now

The race to develop accessible, high-quality AI video generation tools has intensified with Genmo’s latest advancement in personalized video model training.

Major breakthrough: San Francisco-based Genmo has unveiled a fine-tuning tool for their Mochi-1 video generation model that allows users to customize video output using a small set of training clips.

  • The new feature leverages LoRA (Low-Rank Adaptation) technology, previously used in image model fine-tuning, to help users personalize their video generations
  • Users can theoretically achieve customized results with as few as twelve video clips
  • The technology could enable specific use cases like automatically incorporating brand logos into generated videos

Technical requirements: The current iteration of Mochi-1’s fine-tuning capability demands substantial computing resources and technical expertise.

  • The system requires a high-end graphics card with at least 60GB of VRAM, making it inaccessible to most consumers
  • Users need significant coding knowledge and command-line interface experience
  • The tool is positioned more as a research experiment than a consumer product

Industry context: The open-source AI video generation landscape is experiencing rapid development and growing competition.

  • The recently released Allegro-T12V model offers 6-second 720p video generation from text prompts
  • Allegro-T12V operates within a more modest 9GB VRAM requirement, suggesting potential for broader accessibility
  • The field awaits the arrival of OpenAI’s Sora, which could significantly impact the competitive landscape

Looking ahead: While current limitations restrict widespread adoption, these developments signal important progress toward democratizing AI video generation, though significant technical barriers must still be overcome before reaching mainstream users.

AI video just got personal — Mochi-1 lets you train your own model on a few videos

Recent News

Tampa museum debuts AI exhibit to demystify artificial intelligence for families

From Pong to facial recognition, visitors discover AI has been hiding in plain sight for decades.

Miami-based startup Coconote’s AI note-taking app now free for all US educators

Former Loom engineers built the platform to enhance learning while respecting academic integrity codes.

OpenAI upgrades Realtime API with phone calling and image support

AI tools are only as helpful as the information they can access.