Gemini 2.0 Flash, Topaz joins Freepik, and Veo 2 image-to-video has arrived

All the news for the AI world for creatives

Erik Knöbl | AI Video Creator

Mar 16, 2025

Good day, creatives

In today’s Newsletter:

1️⃣ Gemini 2.0 Flash opens new possibilities for AI Video

2️⃣ Topaz AI Video Upscaler joins Freepik AI Suite

3️⃣ Image-to-Video now available on Google Veo 2

4️⃣ Quick news you may have missed

5️⃣ Quiz: Can you identify AI Art?

6️⃣ Prompt Fight: Underwater Dog

7️⃣ Video AI of the Week

Let’s go.

Gemini 2.0 Flash opens new possibilities for AI Video

Not much hype, but Google is building a good product. It now has expanded the capabilities of its Gemini 2.0 Flash model by introducing native image generation, accessible by Google AI Studio.

Why is this important?

Being able to chat with your image generator unlocks new possibilities for image creation, especially for creators who have repeatedly regenerated images in search of the perfect shot. (Me, so many times).

With Gemini 2.0, you can make precise adjustments to your image without having to regenerate it from scratch, streamlining the creative process.

Take a look at this quick example:

I uploaded an image from Midjourney, and asked Gemini: change position: arms crossed in front.
Gemini generated a perfect image, but with a white background. So I asked again: add the same dark background from the original image.

Since I now have the initial and final frame, I can use Kling 1.5 to generate a scene with my character:

Gemini 2.0 Flash allows users to generate more complex stories using consistent characters, items and locations. Additionally, users can easily edit and refine the generated art.

Topaz AI Video Upscaler joins Freepik AI Suite

Boy, those Freepik guys keep shipping stuff! The Freepik AI Suite now includes Topaz AI Video Upscaler & Enhancer, bringing powerful video enhancement capabilities to creators.

With sharper frames, cleaner details, and resolution boosts up to 4K, this integration enables creators to elevate their video content with professional-grade quality.

The Power of AI Upscaling

Not all pixels are created equal, and upscaling can make a significant difference in video clarity and sharpness. Here’s what upscaling can do for different resolutions:

HD (720p) → Standard clarity, ideal for mobile video ads
Full HD (1080p) → Crisp, high-quality visuals, perfect for landing page video covers
Ultra HD (4K) → Sharp, professional-grade resolution for high-impact TV commercials

Why this is important?

One of the standout features of Topaz AI is frame interpolation, which increases the number of frames per second (FPS) for smoother, more natural motion. Higher FPS not only enhances viewing experiences but also provides greater flexibility in post-production. More frames mean you can create buttery smooth slow-motion effects without compromising video quality.

Image-to-Video now available on Google Veo 2

Veo 2, Google DeepMind's advanced AI video generation model, is designed to create high-quality, realistic videos with enhanced cinematic understanding. Creators can now leverage its image-to-video mode, which is available in Freepik, FAL, and Krea.

Quick news you may have missed

Tencent has released its Hunyuan-TurboS model, using a mix of "Transformer-Mamba" tech. It gives quick answers, handles long texts well, and excels in math and reasoning. It's cheaper than rivals and great for tasks like customer service, available via Tencent Cloud API.
Image-01 Now Live on Hailuo AI! Hailuo AI's Image-01 delivers high-precision, stunning visuals across diverse styles, from hyper-realistic to anime. With flexible ratios, extended text prompts, and cost-efficient generation, it adapts to portraits, 3D art, and e-commerce.