ByteDance has launched its AI image generation tool, Seedream 4.0, claiming it surpasses Google DeepMind's Nano Banana in key performance metrics like prompt adherence and aesthetics. While Seedream 4.0 combines the capabilities of its predecessors and offers faster image processing, it has yet to be evaluated by major benchmark firms. The tool is currently available to domestic users and corporate clients at competitive pricing.

ByteDance has introduced a new AI image model aimed at competing with Google DeepMind's Nano Banana, showcasing advancements in image generation technology. This development highlights the growing rivalry in the AI landscape, particularly among major tech companies.