Dive Into Generative Image Magic, Our Midjourney Webinar, Gemini Apologizes and More!

It's all about Generative AI image creation this time around. Seriously, 2024 is off to an amazing start with so many cool updates popping up left and right. It feels like every week, we're seeing something new and jaw-dropping in the AI art world.

This year is already shaping up to be huge for all things creative AI. We're talking new tools, features, and a whole lot of innovation that's just waiting for us to dive in and explore. ✨ 

Oh, and about our last webinar on Midjourney – if you missed it, you missed a great time. Together with our audience, we got to create some really cool images using Generative AI. It was awesome to see what we could come up with live. Catch the replay right here and see what all the hype's about.

Whether you're into making AI-assisted masterpieces or just curious about the tech, 2024's looking like a banner year. So, let's keep the creativity flowing and see where this AI journey takes us. Here's to making awesome stuff with a little help from our AI friends! 🚀

Today at a glance:

• 📰 News of the week:

• EMO: Emote Portrait Alive

• Lightricks Takes Text-To-Video AI To New Heights With LTX Studio

• Ideogram 1.0 and it’s Magic Prompt feature

• 👓️ One Article:

• Gemini image generation got it wrong.

• 💻️ One Post:

• Audrey Chia 🚀 on LinkedIn: How to build landing pages that convert

• 📼 One Media:

• My latest video on LinkedIn: How AI VAs can turn your dreams into reality

•  🤖 One Prompt:

• Blueprint to Build your GPT

• 🔨 One Tool:

• Diving Deep into Gamma

News:

Breaking new ground in artificial intelligence, Alibaba's latest innovation, EMO, overcomes a significant hurdle: creating AI-generated talking head videos with lifelike facial expressions and speech synchronization.

By employing a cutting-edge diffusion model, EMO transforms audio clips and portrait images into stunningly realistic videos, achieving a leap in expressiveness previously unseen. This advancement heralds a future where digital communications mirror the depth and nuance of in-person interactions, marking a pivotal moment in the journey toward truly expressive AI.

Here’s the full paper

Lightricks pioneers the future of content creation with the introduction of LTX Studio, the world's first full-featured, AI-powered filmmaking platform. Designed to democratize the art of cinematic storytelling, LTX Studio empowers creators to bring their visions to life directly from their imaginations. By simplifying complex filmmaking processes with AI and generative algorithms, LTX Studio opens up unprecedented opportunities for creators, filmmakers, and marketers alike.

This breakthrough tool not only signals a significant shift in video production, making professional-grade storytelling accessible to all, but also marks a key moment in the creative technology revolution, promising a future where anyone can produce epic videos with ease. As LTX Studio begins its phased rollout, it sets the stage for a new era of inclusive innovation, transforming dreams into cinematic realities.

Unveiling Ideogram 1.0, a revolutionary text-to-image model that redefines the boundaries of digital art with its cutting-edge text rendering, unmatched photorealism, and precise prompt adherence.

Highlighting its innovative Magic Prompt feature for enhanced detail, Ideogram 1.0 not only sets a new standard for creativity but also details its subscription plans and impressive evaluation results. This launch is propelled by a robust Series A funding of $80 million, led by Andreessen Horowitz and supported by other key investors, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of creative technology.

One Article:

Gemini's team recently hit a bump on their AI journey, admitting that their image gen feature didn’t quite hit the mark, especially when it came to creating images of people. After launching on Feb 23, 2024, feedback quickly showed some of the AI's outputs were off-target, leading to a pause on people images as they hustle to make things right.

This hiccup has opened up a big conversation about AI: its potential, its pitfalls, and how we navigate the space between innovation and responsibility. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this. Ever bumped into AI weirdness yourself? How do you think we should balance tech advances with ethical considerations?

One Post

Looking to create landing pages that truly convert? Check out this essential 5-minute tutorial that goes beyond AI tricks to the core of effective writing.

Audrey will teach you the fundamentals: audience insights, core value propositions, product USPs, a clear tone of voice, and a smart structure. Perfect for those ready to put in the work, this guide is your first step towards supercharging your pages with or without AI.

One Media:

Dreaming of ditching the 9-5 or starting a lucrative side hustle? 💰 I'm here to show you how my AI-powered virtual assistants can kickstart your journey. 🌟

This video introduces a fresh perspective with three new client profiles: The Side Gig Innovator, The Agency Owner, and The Community Leader. Each represents unique aspirations and challenges in the entrepreneurial world. 🚀

Curious about the possibilities? Watch and discover how you could transform your entrepreneurial dreams into action. And if this sparks an idea, or you know someone who could use this inspiration, share the journey ahead. 🔄

One Prompt

Dive into the world of GPT development with our standout video available on TaskDrive’s YouTube channel. This concise guide cuts through the complexity, offering a straightforward starting point for anyone interested in GPT creation.

Having conducted numerous workshops on GPT building, we've packed our channel with insights from these sessions, making it a rich resource for both beginners and experienced developers.

Check out this video for a clear, no-nonsense approach to GPT development and explore our channel for more valuable content from our webinars. 🚀 

One Tool:

I've been diving deep into Gamma recently, and it's been a game-changer for creating sales brochures. This tool has not only streamlined my workflow but also significantly elevated the quality of my output. Here's how I've been using Gamma to its full potential:

• Dynamic Content Integration: I easily combine text, images, and videos to craft engaging brochures that grab attention.

• Personalization: I tailor each brochure to the specific needs of my audience, making every pitch more relevant and impactful.

• Efficiency: Gamma's intuitive interface allows me to quickly produce high-quality materials, saving time without sacrificing creativity.

• Team Collaboration: Working with my team on brochures is seamless, thanks to Gamma's real-time collaboration features.

• Insightful Analytics: I get valuable feedback on brochure performance, helping me tweak and improve my approach for better engagement.

Gamma has truly transformed how I create sales brochures, making the process more efficient and the results more compelling. If you're in the market for a tool that elevates your sales materials with ease, I highly recommend giving Gamma a try. It's been an indispensable part of my toolkit, and I'm excited to explore even more ways to use it. And guess what, our Virtual Assistants use it as well!

TL;DR:

• Emote Portrait Alive

• LTX Studio

• Ideogram 1.0

• Gemini apologizes

• Audrey Chia 🚀 on LinkedIn

• How AI VAs can turn your dreams into reality

• Blueprint to Build your GPT

• Gamma