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NBA Finals Debut AI Ad; TikTok Unleashes Generative Tools

6/18/2025

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The NBA Finals made history with its debut of an AI-generated ad, powered by Google’s Veo 3, capturing the electric energy of fans cheering for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. In a parallel move, TikTok unveiled generative AI tools for advertisers, potentially reshaping the influencer landscape as brands lean towards budget-friendly virtual influencers over traditional creators.

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The NBA Finals made history with its debut of an AI-generated ad, powered by Google’s Veo 3, capturing the electric energy of fans cheering for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. In a parallel move, TikTok unveiled generative AI tools for advertisers, potentially reshaping the influencer landscape as brands lean towards budget-friendly virtual influencers over traditional creators.