# ByteDance Readies Seedance 2.5, Its Next AI Video Generation Model

The update is positioned to succeed Seedance 2.0, currently regarded as the tool's most capable version, with expanded creation controls.

- Published: 2026-07-31T06:00:12.009Z
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ByteDance is preparing to release Seedance 2.5, the next version of its AI video generation model, according to a preview circulating a day ahead of the announced launch. Seedance 2.0 is currently treated as the most capable version availab…

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