This Week's Highlights

  • Midjourney launches a dedicated web-based image editor with inpainting and outpainting tools.
  • Notion AI expands with custom AI agents that can automate multi-step workflows inside your workspace.
  • Descript adds real-time multi-user collaboration to its video editor.
  • Canva rolls out AI-powered brand consistency checks across all design templates.
  • Zapier introduces natural language automation building — describe a workflow in plain English to create it.

1. Midjourney Launches Web-Based Image Editor

Midjourney, the popular AI image generator, has expanded beyond its Discord-only roots with a full web-based editor. The new tool includes inpainting (edit specific parts of an image), outpainting (extend an image beyond its borders), and variation controls — all in the browser.

This is a significant step for Midjourney's accessibility. The Discord-based workflow was a barrier for many users, particularly design teams in corporate environments. The web editor puts Midjourney in more direct competition with DALL-E and Ideogram, both of which already offer web-native experiences.

Who it matters for: Designers, marketers, and content creators who use AI image generation regularly. Explore more options in our image generator directory.

2. Notion AI Expands with Custom AI Agents

Notion has rolled out a major expansion to its AI features. Users can now create custom AI agents within their workspace that automate multi-step workflows — for example, an agent that automatically summarizes meeting notes, extracts action items, and creates tasks in the appropriate project database.

The update positions Notion as not just a note-taking app but an AI-powered productivity hub. It competes directly with dedicated automation platforms like Zapier and Make for workspace-internal automation tasks.

Who it matters for: Teams already using Notion for project management and documentation. Check out our productivity tools for alternatives.

3. Descript Adds Real-Time Collaboration

Descript, the AI-powered video and podcast editor, now supports real-time multi-user collaboration. Multiple editors can work on the same project simultaneously, similar to Google Docs for video. Changes sync in real-time, with cursor presence indicators and per-user edit history.

This fills a significant gap in Descript's feature set and makes it a stronger choice for production teams. Previously, collaborative editing required exporting and re-importing projects. The update also includes improved AI-powered silence removal and enhanced transcript editing accuracy.

Who it matters for: Video production teams, podcast networks, and agencies. See how Descript compares in our video editor directory.

4. Canva AI Adds Brand Consistency Checks

Canva has introduced AI-powered brand consistency checking across all design templates. The feature automatically flags when designs use off-brand colors, fonts, or logos, and suggests corrections based on your uploaded brand kit. It also checks image style consistency and tone of voice in text elements.

For marketing teams that produce high volumes of content across multiple channels, this addresses one of the biggest pain points: maintaining visual consistency when multiple people create designs. The feature is available on Canva Teams plans.

Who it matters for: Marketing teams, brand managers, and agencies. Browse more in our design tools category.

5. Zapier Introduces Natural Language Automation

Zapier has launched a natural language interface for building automations. Instead of manually selecting triggers and actions from dropdown menus, users can now describe their desired workflow in plain English — for example, "When I get an email with an attachment, save it to Google Drive and notify me on Slack." Zapier's AI then builds the automation, which users can review and modify before activating.

This lowers the barrier for non-technical users and could accelerate adoption of workflow automation in small businesses. The feature works with Zapier's full library of 7,000+ app integrations. Similar natural language builders are available in Make and n8n.

Who it matters for: Small business owners and non-technical users who want to automate workflows. See our automation tools directory.

Related Tools

All tools mentioned in this roundup are available on ToolIndex:

  • Midjourney — AI image generation
  • Notion — AI-powered workspace
  • Descript — AI video and podcast editor
  • Canva — AI-powered design platform
  • Zapier — Workflow automation

Or browse all 950+ AI tools on ToolIndex.