New AI model turns video into 3D worlds
NVIDIA Research just unveiled their latest masterpiece: Neuralangelo!
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Nvidia hits $1T market cap
The first AI camera with no lens
Latest text-to-speech for dialogue by Google
AI helped a paralyzed man to walk
NVIDIA’s new AI model turns video to 3D worlds
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Nvidia hits $1T market cap
Let me spill the tea on Nvidia because they are straight-up dominating the AI game. This tech powerhouse has been hustling for three decades, and guess what? They're about to hit a trillion dollars in market cap this week. They made it rain with a mind-blowing $220 billion boost in just one day of after-hours trading. Talk about leveling up like a boss!
But hold on tight because that's not all. The big cheese himself, CEO Jensen Huang, unleashed a storm of epic announcements at Computex, the ultimate tech fiesta in Taiwan. Brace yourselves for new GPUs, foundation models, AI training methodologies, and a whole lot more. It's like Nvidia turned the tech dial all the way up to 11 and blew our minds!
And guess what? Jensen Huang didn't stop there. He went on to deliver a commencement speech at the National Taiwan University, and let me tell you, the buzz around it is legendary. People are saying it's like Steve Jobs' iconic Stanford address. Nvidia isn't just playing in the big leagues, my friends. They're rewriting the rules and setting the pace like true trendsetters.
The first AI camera with no lens
Get ready to meet the Paragraphica, the camera that takes photos using GPS data. But hold on to your hats, because these photos aren't your ordinary snapshots. They're AI-generated wonders that bring the context to life!
Let me break it down for you:
Contextual Magic: The Paragraphica collects data from its location using open APIs. It's like a data scavenger, grabbing the current weather, address, time of day, and nearby places. Talk about getting the full picture!
Description in the Making: With all that data in hand, the Paragraphica weaves a mesmerizing description of the current place and moment. It's like capturing the essence of the scene in words.
The AI Wizardry: Once the description is ready, the Paragraphica works its magic with Stable Diffusion. Boom! Suddenly, you've got yourself a mind-blowing AI-generated photo that's unique and captivating.
Now, I must admit, these photos may not be worth a thousand words. In fact, they're more like 20 words and a random seed. But hey, who needs a thousand words when you've got AI-powered creativity on your side?
Latest text-to-speech for dialogue by Google
Google has unleashed a beast that might just give Elevenlabs a run for its money. SoundStorm!
Now, let's break it down and check out the highlights:
Lightning-Fast Speech: SoundStorm is no snail when it comes to generating speech. In just half a second, it can create a whopping 30 seconds of speech.
Text and Voice Combo: By using text prompts and a short voice prompt, SoundStorm works its magic to bring words to life.
Realistic Dialogues: This model takes things up a notch with its specialty in highly realistic dialogues.
But hey, don't just take my word for it. You gotta see it to believe it! Head on over to their demo page and witness the speech-generating marvels of SoundStorm.
AI helped a paralyzed man to walk
Swiss researchers have taken the AI game to a whole new level with their brain implants, helping a paralyzed man to walk after 12 long years! Talk about a scientific miracle! 🤯
Now, let's break it down and check out the mind-boggling highlights:
Implants and Headset Combo: These Swiss geniuses worked their magic by surgically implanting electrodes and equipping the man with a snazzy headset complete with antennas. It's like a futuristic fashion statement!
Walking, Standing, and Stair Climbing: Thanks to this cutting-edge tech, our paralyzed hero can now do it all. He can stand tall, walk with grace, and even conquer stairs like a champion. With a remarkable 74% accuracy rate, he's defying the odds!
Neurological Recovery: But wait, there's more! These brain implants not only restored his mobility, but they also played a crucial role in his neurological recovery.
The Power of the "Digital Bridge": This mind-blowing technology acts as a "digital bridge" connecting the brain and spinal cord. It translates brain signals into commands for muscle movement, paving the way for a new era of mobility.
But here's the real kicker: Even when they switched off the tech, our hero still managed to regain the ability to walk with crutches. That's the power of the human spirit, my friends!
Now, take a moment to let that sink in. Just imagine the countless paralyzed individuals who could regain their mobility with this groundbreaking technology. It's a game-changer that will transform lives in unimaginable ways.
NVIDIA’s new AI model turns video to 3D worlds
NVIDIA Research just unveiled their latest masterpiece: Neuralangelo! And let me tell you, the name alone deserves a round of applause.
Now, let's dive into the highlights of this AI creation:
From 2D to 3D Magic: Neuralangelo takes the art of 3D reconstruction to a whole new level. With the power of neural networks, it transforms ordinary 2D video clips into highly detailed and textured 3D structures.
Creative Playground: Calling all artists, video game developers, and robotics enthusiasts! Neuralangelo opens up a world of possibilities for you. You can import these stunning 3D creations into design applications and let your imagination run wild.
Textures Transformed: Say goodbye to lackluster textures! Neuralangelo excels at translating intricate textures from 2D videos, surpassing previous methods.
Smartphone Sorcery: Hold up, it gets even better. This AI model works its magic using smartphone footage. Yes, you heard that right! You can now create virtual objects and unleash your creativity using nothing but your trusty smartphone.
But here's the real kicker: Technology like Neuralangelo is destined to become widely adopted in the coming years. Imagine a world where 3D modeling and rendering skills are democratized, available to anyone with a smartphone. The possibilities are truly endless. It's like opening the floodgates of creativity!
Top-5 AI tools this week
Speechki ChatGPT Plugin- Transform any generated texts into audio right in ChatGPT (link)
Courseau - Turn your 2-hour podcast into a fun mini-course (link)
Image Chat - Free AI-powered iOS shortcut that does Q&A on iPhone images (link)
Caption It - Write witty photo captions with AI that are great for social media (link)
Studyflow - Learn by quizzing yourself with AI (link)
Learn
Andrew Ng launches 3 new generative AI courses (link)
Train your own private ChatGPT model for the cost of a Starbucks coffee (link)
Character consistency in Midjourney (link)
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Wonders of the world, misspelled in Midjourney (source):
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Celebrity What Ifs (source):
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Weekly Midjourney Prompt
Award - winning professional shot from the back of a young boy with a teddy bear sticking out of his back pack walking through a war zone, very emotional shot, cinematic background, phenomenal attention to detail, shot with Nikon Z9 Mirrorless using Nikon 100 - 400mm f/ 4. 5 - 5. 6 VR S Nikkor Z Lens
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