Main Topics
Realistic Face Swap with AI Technology
AI face swap technology showcased with impressive realism and tracking. [00:50]
Speculation that the technology may not be running in real-time. [01:59]
Comparison to previous face swapping technologies like face fusion and rof.
Introduction of a significant jump in face swapping capabilities.
Mention of potential issues with real-time face swapping.
Reference to Elon Musk's face swap example.
Discussion on the source and training of the model used for face swapping.
Emotive AI Avatars by Synthesia
Introduction of Synthesia's new Express one model with emotive AI avatars. [02:54]
Description of the avatar's lip-syncing and emotional expressions. [03:05]
Explanation that pre-trained avatars are available for use.
Mention of the upcoming launch event for Synthesia.
Desire for more details and proof of concept regarding the emotive avatars.
Acknowledgment of the potential of the new AI avatar technology.
Future of mid Journey's 3D Capabilities
Insight into mid Journey's 12-month roadmap focusing on video, 3D, and real-time integration. [03:53]
Speculation on generating scenes instead of images in mid Journey. [04:16]
Discussion on the addition of an interaction layer to the non-interactive World simulator.
Inclusion of Alex Evans from Media Molecule to enhance 3D capabilities.
Mention of data collection efforts to advance 3D technology in mid Journey.
Reference to the 'orb' device and the hiring of Ahad aboss for hardware development.
New AI Video Generators: Morph Studios and Nim Video
Introduction of Morph Studios and Nim Video as new AI video generators. [08:10]
Description of Morph Studios' node-based workflow and UI features. [08:43]
Exploration of style randomization and its creative and practical applications.
Overview of Nim Video's workspace and features like image to video, video restyling, and motion control.
Highlight of Nim Video's use of open source models and the opportunity to sign up for the beta.
Takeaways
Introduction to face swapping technology using AI Katana, which is a significant improvement from previous face swappers like Face Fusion and RoF.
Presentation of a face swapped video featuring a man speaking in Mandarin or Cantonese, showcasing realistic tracking and movement.
Introduction to the next generation of AI avatars from Synthesia, called Express One, which can express emotions like happiness, sadness, and frustration.
MidJourney's 12-month roadmap includes a focus on video, 3D, real-time technology, and bringing it all together in a non-interactive world simulator.
MidJourney is working on generating scenes instead of images, allowing for full 360° rotational camera placement control.
Introduction of Alex Evans, co-founder of Media Molecule, as a principal research engineer at MidJourney, working on 3D features.
MidJourney has hired Ahad Aboss as head of Hardware, who was one of the driving forces behind the Apple Pencil Pro.
MidJourney recently released a new feature called Style Random, which randomizes the style of generated images and can be useful for generating unique and varied content.
Introduction of two new AI video generators: Morph Studios and Nim Video, both currently in beta.
Note: above summary is generated using JustRecap.it.
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