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Apr 8, 2026 · Artificial Intelligence

Open-Source Dark Horse HappyHorse-1.0 Tops AI Video Rankings, Redefining the Landscape

In April 2026, the open‑source model HappyHorse‑1.0 surged to the top of the Artificial Analysis AI video benchmark, surpassing major closed‑source competitors with superior Elo scores, native audio‑video synthesis, multilingual support, and fast inference, while the low‑profile team behind it reveals a strategic push for open‑source dominance.