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Welcome to Now AI,<\/a> your weekly breakdown of the most compelling developments happening in artificial intelligence.your trusted source for the most intriguing advancements in artificial intelligence each week. Whether you\u2019re an AI enthusiast, artist, or just intrigued by technological progress, this is your hub for in-depth insights, expert interviews, and tools changing the landscape. <\/p>\n

In this week\u2019s edition, we spoke with the talented Tomeo, who reveals the secrets behind animating AI-generated art in Midjourney. We\u2019ll also delve deep into the contentious copyright arena, the rise of AI in both the literary and creative world, and our latest roundup in AI tools that can make your life easier. Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n

In the Know: This Week in AI<\/h2>\n

AI-Generated <\/strong>Content Raise Copyright Concerns <\/strong>For Creatives<\/h3>\n

In recent developments, AI-generated content has stirred significant controversy in both the art and literary domains, underlining the complex nature of copyright issues and the authenticity of AI-assisted creations.<\/p>\n

Dungeons & Dragons, the iconic role-playing game franchise, announced its decision to prohibit using artificial intelligence<\/a> to create its artwork. The decision came after discovering that an artist they had collaborated with for years utilized AI technology for commissioned pieces for an upcoming publication. Many fans raised eyebrows at certain artwork, speculating its AI origins based on visible glitches, a common trait of AI-generated visuals.<\/p>\n

In the literary world, author and journalist Jane Friedman<\/a> highlighted a growing issue with AI-generated content on platforms like Amazon. Several books on writing and publishing topics, falsely attributed to her name, appeared alongside her genuine publications on the platform. Suspecting AI\u2019s role in generating these counterfeit books, Friedman voiced her concerns about AI-generated content\u2019s challenges to authors\u2019 reputations and the book publishing industry.<\/p>\n

Amazon\u2019s stance on the matter has raised eyebrows, with their requirement of a trademark registration to validate Friedman\u2019s claim. The situation emphasizes the need for clear guidelines and regulations surrounding AI-generated content and its authenticity.<\/p>\n

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These incidents have sparked a debate on the increasing influence of AI in creative fields and how it intersects with copyright laws. Many art and music sectors have reconsidered protocols and awards standards. Moreover, there have been instances where visual artists sued AI companies for using their work without permission to train image-generating algorithms.<\/p>\n

As AI becomes integral to our creative processes, the need for clear copyright guidelines, ensuring protection for genuine creators, and maintaining authenticity becomes paramount.<\/p>\n

Reports also suggest that online platforms, primarily Amazon, have been flooded with <\/span>AI-generated travel guides<\/a>. These guides often bear high-quality cover designs, author biographies, and a mix of rave reviews, misleading potential buyers. Notably, while AI can churn out vast amounts of generic content quickly, the material often lacks authenticity and in-depth knowledge.<\/span> <\/p>\n

These developments are a culmination of AI tools. AI applications generate text and counterfeit portraits; websites offer vast stock photos; platforms like Amazon\u2019s Kindle Direct Publishing, which lack stringent AI usage restrictions; and the unchecked practice of buying and posting fake online reviews. This not only flouts Amazon\u2019s policies but may also soon be under stricter FTC oversight.<\/a><\/p>\n

Spotify\u2019s AI DJ Feature Goes Global, But Remains English-Only<\/h3>\n

Spotify has expanded its AI-driven \u201cDJ\u201d feature to approximately 50 markets worldwide after introducing it in North America six months ago. Accessible via the Spotify mobile app\u2019s \u201cmusic\u201d feed, the DJ feature offers users a personalized music experience supplemented with synthetic voice commentary, akin to an individualized radio DJ show. Originally launched in the U.S. and Canada, it reached the U.K. and Ireland three months later. Although available in countries like Sweden, Australia, and Singapore, the feature remains in English, with most of the European Union still awaiting its debut.<\/p>\n

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5 AI Tools That Will Make Your Life Easier<\/h3>\n

Ai is revolutionizing productivity at a rapid pace. Here are five tools<\/a> you can\u2019t live without and can boost productivity!<\/p>\n

1. <\/strong>Copy.ai<\/strong><\/h4>\n

A premier AI-powered writing tool. Leveraging OpenAI\u2019s GPT-3 for versatile content generation, from blog headlines to web copy. <\/p>\n

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2. clipdrop.co<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Create stunning visuals in seconds with AI. ClipDrop is a suite of visual editing and creation tools that offer a plethora of features like tools for background removals, object cleanup, image upscaling, relighting, and more.<\/p>\n

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3. Mem.ai<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Taking notes has never been easier. Mem simplifies the organization of your notes by tagging and connecting them automatically.<\/p>\n

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4. waveformer.replicate.dev<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Make music from text. Facebook research crafted the tool with 20,000 hours of licensed music for training. <\/p>\n

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5. Decktopus.com<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Make a presentation in seconds. Provide your presentation topic, audience and objective, and the tool will generate a full presentation with slides and text. <\/p>\n

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\/Prompty: AI GIF Animations with Tomeo<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re familiar with the realm of AI image generation, then the name \u2018Midjourney\u2019 surely rings a bell. Boasting an impressive community with over 13 million active members in its Discord server, with a staggering million always online, Midjourney has shown no signs of slowing its momentum.<\/p>\n

Contrary to popular belief, harnessing the power of tools like Midjourney isn\u2019t as simple as keying in a couple of words and waiting for magic to happen. The craft of \u201cprompting\u201d \u2013 meticulously fine-tuning the input for the AI model \u2013 demands both skill and creativity. Each update brings new tools, adding layers of complexity in achieving that perfect image output.<\/p>\n

Now, with the introduction of Midjourney\u2019s Version 5, the game has changed once again. Users can not only craft mesmerizing images but also breathe life into them, creating short, captivating animations from their generated art.<\/p>\n

For this week\u2019s\u00a0\/Promptly,<\/em>\u00a0we spoke to AI-collaborative artist\u00a0Tomeo\u00a0<\/a>about taking your AI generated art to the next level through short animations, using Midjourney.<\/p>\n

Image To Animation Process<\/h3>\n

Tomeo: <\/strong>One of my favorite techniques in Midjourney is creating frame-by-frame GIF animations. It\u2019s relatively simple to do, and let\u2019s try making a GIF animation using the following prompt:<\/p>\n

\u201cA burning skull in the window, Edward Hopper style \u2013v 4.\u201d<\/p>\n

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This method works only with version 4. We\u2019ll generate a grid of images, and then we\u2019ll upscale a suitable image multiple times in a row. Each time the image is upscaled, it is slightly different, which is precisely what we need. Sometimes, we might need to generate more images than necessary to find frames that blend well together.<\/p>\n

Once the frames are ready, the next step is to assemble the animation in Photoshop, After Effects, or any other animation editing software of your choice.<\/p>\n

The second method works with version 5. It involves making slight adjustments to the \u201cstylize\u201d parameter (\u2014s) by 1-10 points while using the same \u201cseed\u201d. Let\u2019s generate four grids of images with the following prompts:<\/p>\n

\u201cA green, blue, and pink skull with puddles of paint on a black background, in the style of cyberpunk manga, silkscreen, anton fadeev, glitches, michael cho, technological design, intense close-ups \u2013v 5.1 \u2013seed 696969 \u2013s 1.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cA green, blue, and pink skull with puddles of paint on a black background, in the style of cyberpunk manga, silkscreen, anton fadeev, glitches, michael cho, technological design, intense close-ups \u2013v 5.1 \u2013seed 696969 \u2013s 2.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cA green, blue, and pink skull with puddles of paint on a black background, in the style of cyberpunk manga, silkscreen, anton fadeev, glitches, michael cho, technological design, intense close-ups \u2013v 5.1 \u2013seed 696969 \u2013s 3.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cA green, blue, and pink skull with puddles of paint on a black background, in the style of cyberpunk manga, silkscreen, anton fadeev, glitches, michael cho, technological design, intense close-ups \u2013v 5.1 \u2013seed 696969 \u2013s 4.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Similar to the first method, we\u2019ll assemble the animation from the resulting frames in our favorite software.<\/p>\n

The second approach creates smoother animations, but it may not work perfectly with every prompt, as some frames might turn out too similar. To achieve the best results, experimentation is necessary.<\/p>\n

Such animations can serve as an excellent foundation for glitch art, and with manual tweaking, very intriguing results can be obtained.<\/p>\n

Experiment and enjoy the process!<\/p>\n

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AI Candy <\/h2>\n

This week, we\u2019re spotlighting inspiring art pieces, mesmerizing videos, and other captivating creations that caught our eye, all born from the collaboration of artificial intelligence and human imagination.<\/p>\n

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\u201cIn the ever-shifting realm of digital art and culture, I stand as a visual enigma, weaving threads of representation. Amidst societal norms, I provoke and reimagine an elusive Queer Asian, adrift from the confines of art’s conventional embrace.<\/p>\n

Behold the year 2023, where AI’s\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/CIdl6XTsCj<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 YUYU\u3002\u6631 (@cyber_yuyu) August 8, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

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AI video is getting insanely good! <\/p>\n

Here’s 1\/3 of a music video for Baddadan by Chase & Status made in 3 hours using MidJourney and Gen-2 \ud83e\udd2a pic.twitter.com\/m9yRmcB3fk<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Ingi Erlingsson \ud83e\ude84 (@ingi_erlingsson) August 8, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n