Open AI SUED, Midjourney DRAMA, Stunning New TEXT TO Video and More (AI NEWS #27)

1. Google released a text-to-video model for zero-shot video generation.

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Unlike other video models, this model does not require an input image to generate a video. It can generate both video and audio, and the accuracy of the model is surprisingly high.

• The model has many new features that other video models do not have.
• It can generate video to audio, where the model generates both the video and the correct audio for it.
• The accuracy of the model is evident in examples like raccoons on motorbikes and a meteor shower falling behind them.

2. Pabs released a model for AI video generation with high quality and consistency.

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Pabs offers a web app for video generation and allows users to explore other people's video generations. The quality of Pabs' video generation, especially in anime and 3D animation styles, is outstanding.

• Pabs' video generation quality surpasses that of other AI video generators.
• The consistency and effectiveness of Pabs' video generation is particularly notable in anime and 3D animation styles.

3. Mid Journey faced allegations of copyright infringement.

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Mid Journey, a top-tier AI image generation company, has been accused of using copyrighted material in their models. The company has not responded well to the allegations, leading to criticism from the AI community.

• People have claimed that Mid Journey's models have generated images that closely resemble screenshots from movies.
• Mid Journey banned a user who brought attention to the alleged copyright infringement, which has further fueled the controversy.
• The situation puts Mid Journey in a difficult position, as admitting to copyright theft could lead to legal consequences.

4. Stable Fusion introduced their Foundation model for video generation.

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Stable Fusion's Foundation model can generate 2 seconds of video and shows promising quality. While 2 seconds may not be much, it is a step in the right direction for improving text-to-video generation.

• The Foundation model demonstrates increased stability, consistency, and quality in video generation.
• Stable Fusion's ongoing development in text-to-video generation aligns with the industry's demand for higher quality and more advanced AI models.

5. ChatGPT's Project Sunshine introduces advanced features.

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OpenAI's ChatGPT has unveiled Project Sunshine, which includes advanced features for the model. These features offer enhanced capabilities and expand the potential applications of ChatGPT.

• Project Sunshine introduces advanced features to ChatGPT, enhancing its capabilities.
• The details of the advanced features can be found in OpenAI's official web page and code repository.

6. Open AI potentially using proprietary data from The New York Times.

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Open AI is being sued by The New York Times for allegedly training on proprietary data without permission, which could have significant implications for future AI copyright cases.

• The outcome of this case will shape how future cases involving AI and copyright are tried and ruled.
• The New York Times is seeking billions of dollars in damages.
• This case highlights the legal challenges and complexities surrounding AI and data usage.

7. AI models are becoming more capable in generating music and videos.

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AI models like Sunno AI's text-to-music generator and Leonardo AI's image-to-video converter showcase the increasing capabilities of AI in creative fields.

• These tools can assist musicians and artists in generating content more efficiently.
• AI-generated entertainment may become more prevalent in the future.
• The quality of AI-generated music and videos is improving, but it remains to be seen if they will replace human creativity.

8. AI systems can recognize themselves in mirrors, but with limitations.

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A viral video showing a robot reacting to its reflection sparked discussions about AI consciousness, but it was later revealed that the response was prompted by the user and not a genuine self-recognition.

• The robot's response was based on the specific instructions given by the user.
• Further tests and advancements in AI vision may lead to more instances of self-recognition.
• The question of AI consciousness and self-awareness remains a topic of ongoing research and debate.

9. 2024 will be a significant year for robotics.

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According to industry experts, 2024 will be a game-changing year for robotics, with advancements in AI and robotics technology.

• Companies like Figure Robotics are focusing on the embodiment of AI in robotics.
• The development of multimodal llms and platforms for robots will bridge the gap between AI and physical agents.

10. AI devices and wearable tech have potential for mass adoption.

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The collaboration between Samman and a former iPhone designer to build an AI device shows potential for a new industry.

• Creating a widely adopted product like a mobile phone or wearable tech is challenging.
• If successful, it could lead to the emergence of a new industry.