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MiniMax releases top-ranking open video generation model
The Decoder China's MiniMax H3 is the first open model to top an AI video ranking
Chinese startup MiniMax released the weights for its H3 video model, marking the first time an open-source model has topped a major AI video generation ranking.
Why it matters
Creators and developers now have open access to a highly rated video generation tool, reducing reliance on closed, paid proprietary models.
Latest brief · Aug 3, 2026