📽️ OpenAI’s Sora is making filmmakers anxious!
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In today’s edition:
OpenAI launched Sora, a next-gen AI video model
Google announced the Gemini 1.5 model with 1M token context
Apple is developing an AI tool set to launch soon
4 rules for success as a creator
How to create a personal website in under 20 minutes
Tool of the week
And more...
🖥️ Tech Bytes
OpenAI’s Sora Can Create Ultra-Realistic Videos From Text
OpenAI has surprised the world by unveiling Sora, an advanced text-to-video AI model. Sora combined elements from GPT and DALL-E, producing realistic video sequences up to minute from text prompts and images. The model is currently in the hands of a few creators for early feedback. Using synthetic data from the Unreal engine, Sora’s capabilities are generating excitement for both creative possibilities and potential misuses, showcasing OpenAI’s significant leap in AI video technology. Check a few Sora-generated examples here.
Google's Gemini 1.5 Pushes the Boundaries with 1 Million Token Context Window
A week after launching Gemini Ultra, Google swiftly introduced Gemini 1.5, an upgraded version of its language model. With a groundbreaking 1M token context window. It can handle 700,000 words of text, 30,000 lines of code, 11 hours of audio, or 1 hour of video. Despite various expanded capabilities, it maintains efficient performance and offers detailed analysis with larger text, code, and video datasets. The public releases start with a 128k context window, and the full 1M token version is currently early testers. A massive context window gives users more flexibility
Apple Is Developing an AI Tool Set to Launch Soon
Apple is testing new generative AI features for its Xcode programming software, set to be released to third-party developers this year. AI could be applied in Apple Music for playlist creation, Keynote for slideshows, and Spotlight search for AI chatbot-like search functionalities. This includes allowing users to make natural language requests, like ChatGPT, within apps. Apple has recently ventured into AI with open-source MLX, MGIE text-to-image editing, and Keyframer AI animators.
Nvidia Unveils Chat with RTX, a Locally Run Powerful AI Bot
Nvidia has introduced Chat with RTX, a chatbot demo specifically designed for Windows RTX PCs. This local chatbot analyzes and processes responses based on the user's files and data, emphasizing privacy by keeping data on the device instead of relying on cloud services. It also features integration with YouTube videos and playlists. Nvidia's move challenges closed online models like ChatGPT. With a focus on boosting RTX sales and entering the chatbot market through local PC integration.
🌱 Personal Growth
4 Rules for Success in the Creator Era
AI and no-code have rapidly changed the dynamics of both professional careers and the creator economy. With easy access to new tools and automation, it has become harder to stand out and make a place for yourself. Jobs are being replaced and transformed into multi-skilled roles. To be ahead in this challenging environment, it is necessary to adapt quickly, stay updated with the latest trends, and build a network that can help you grow.
Create a Personal Website in under 20 minutes
Social media is a rented space, you don't have full control, ownership, or a guarantee of permanence. Platform changes, algorithm adjustments, or account termination can impact your content and reach without warning. That’s why it is important to have your own website, which your audience can always reach out to. I’ve made a short tutorial on making your website using No-Code in just under 20 minutes. Check my YouTube channel as I’m working on restarting it with new content.
🎁 Tools of the Week
Kickresume: AI-powered resume and cover letter builder that helps you get hired quickly.
Albus: Powerful research tool to effortlessly capture, organize, and integrate your ideas.
Eightify: Summarize your selected YouTube videos with an AI-based Chrome extension.
📢 Shoutout
Shoutout of the week: David Shapiro
David Shapiro isn't just an AI researcher and YouTuber; he's on a mission to make AI accessible to everyone. With several published books and a thriving online community, David’s YouTube channel has some amazing weekly videos breaking down complex topics for people who want to stay updated on the potential impact of AI on our daily lives.
These were my top insights from this week. Stay tuned for more content on tech, AI, no-code, and entrepreneurship. If you liked this edition, do let me know on X/Twitter. I also share video content on my Instagram page.