AI_MULTI_EMBED support for large video files in semantic video search (General availability)

GAAug 10, 2026VerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026

Snowflake Cortex AI_MULTI_EMBED is now generally available for semantic video search with support for large video files up to 6 GB using the TwelveLabs Marengo Embed 3.0 model, enabling organizations to index and search production-grade video content directly in Snowflake.

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