generative AI

American

[jen-er-uh-tiv ay-ahy, -uh-ray-tiv] / ˈdʒɛn ər ə tɪv ˈeɪˈaɪ, -əˌreɪ tɪv /

noun

Computers.

artificial intelligence that is designed to process prompts from users and respond with text, images, audio, or other output that is modeled on a training data set.

Etymology

Origin of generative AI

First recorded in 1990–95

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generative AI

That category extends beyond generative AI, so the percentage should not be mistaken for a precise measure of AI exposure.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 22, 2026

In late 2024, the studio acquired Curious Refuge, an online AI school that teaches traditional artists and newbies to use generative AI tools for filmmaking.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026

The generative AI interface sits on top of a complex system of models and AI agents.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

"So frankly, it doesn't tell anything at this point except that there is a lot of potential revenue growth out of providing frontier generative AI models."

From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026

The firm said the video "did not comply with the competition rules regarding generative AI", but added it was not a judgement of the entrant's professional reputation or scientific contributions.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

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