May 13, 2025:
TikTok Debuts AI-Powered Image-to-Video Tool - TikTok has introduced TikTok AI Alive, an image-to-video AI feature that allows users to turn static photos into animated videos within TikTok Stories. This tool, accessible via the Story Camera, enhances creative expression by adding movement and sound effects to images. Content is AI-labeled with C2PA metadata to ensure transparency and safety.
TikTok prioritizes safety, implementing moderation checks and user reporting features. To use AI Alive, creators select a photo from their Story Album and apply the tool, transforming how users interact with static imagery.
