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VideoGenVideoGen Model 1 free AI credits

Share of a $1M free AI credit pool

VideoGen is a Y Combinator-backed AI video company whose Model 1 turns a prompt and optional images into finished multi-shot videos up to ten minutes long. It is handing out a $1M pool of free credits to approved creative projects, with allocations based on project scope and distribution plan.

LiveVerified Oct 28, 2026 against the official page

Who qualifies
Filmmakers, creators and studios making and sharing work; students and amateurs welcome; some credits for journalists and software reviewers. Approval required.
How to claim
On the Model 1 page, sign in, select Request access and describe your project, distribution plan and capacity needed.
Expiry
Credits distributed through the end of 2026

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  1. Verified

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  2. Launched

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Posts 1

Elon Zito@elonzito

Someone is giving away $1M in AI video credits.

VideoGen just launched Model 1. The claims are big and unbenchmarked, but free credits are free credits. Here's how I'd apply.

#AIvideo #GenerativeAI [media]

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Added Oct 28, 2026 · Updated Oct 28, 2026, 07:25 UTC