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Hi Creatives! 👋 

Welcome to this week's roundup. Building on last week's coverage of OpenAI's first 7 days of updates, we continue to delve into how these new tools are enhancing creative workflows. If you missed our previous discussion, you can read it here. Here's what we've covered this week:

• Enhanced Search Feature in ChatGPT : Significant updates improve performance and accessibility on mobile devices, extending functionality to all logged-in users.
• ChatGPT: Now Accessible by Phone and WhatsApp: Expanding usability for broader, on-the-go access.
• Pika 2.0: More Control, More Creativity: Greater precision and improved tools for video generation.
• Introduction of Marey: A new AI video model that prioritizes ethical data use and aims to revolutionize Hollywood production standards.
• Midjourney 's Personalization Features: New tools allow for deeper customization of AI outputs, catering to diverse creative needs.
• Google DeepMind 's VEO-2 Launch: This tool enhances visual content creation with features like automatic image enhancement and color correction.
• C.A.S.H. Camp Updates: Opportunities for creatives to integrate AI tools into their workflows, with flexible learning modules and expert interactions.

📰Introducing ChatGPT's Enhanced Search Feature

OpenAI's Kevin Wheel, along with the product and engineering teams, introduced significant updates to ChatGPT's search functionality. The enhancements include better performance, mobile optimization, and the extension of search capabilities to all logged-in free users globally.

🌐 Key Updates:

• Enhanced Speed and Mobile Experience: Search functionality has been improved for faster responses and better mobile usability.
• Integration with Other Features: Search is now integrated with video, Santa mode, and advanced voice mode, providing a seamless user experience.
• Global Access: Previously available only to paid users, the search feature is now accessible to all logged-in free users on various platforms including web and mobile apps.

This update democratizes access to real-time web search, making it possible for a broader audience to obtain up-to-date information seamlessly through ChatGPT. It enhances user interaction by allowing conversational queries and integrating rich visual content.

📊 Impact:

• For Creatives: Instant access to a wealth of information can inspire new ideas and provide immediate answers to creative challenges.
• For Educators and Researchers: The ability to pull current data and examples can enrich educational content and support academic research.

ChatGPT: Now Accessible by Phone and WhatsApp 📞

OpenAI has introduced new ways to access ChatGPT using two familiar platforms. This update makes ChatGPT even more accessible, especially for users who may not always have reliable internet or want a hands-free option while on the go.

This means:

• 📱 Easy AI Access: You can call or text ChatGPT directly without needing advanced tech.
• 🎨 On-the-Go Creativity: Get help with ideas, quick brainstorming, or even creative prompts while traveling or multitasking.
• 🌍 Global Reach: WhatsApp allows worldwide users to access AI-powered help without barriers.

How to Get Started

• Phone Support in the U.S.:
• WhatsApp Support (Worldwide):

Pika 2.0: More Control, More Creativity 🚀

Pika Labs has just launched Pika 2.0, an updated AI video generation model designed to help you create stunning visuals with more control and precision than ever before.

🔍 What’s New in Pika 2.0?

• Scene Ingredients: You can now upload images of yourself, objects, or places to integrate them seamlessly into your AI-generated videos.
• Superior Text Alignment: Pika 2.0 ensures your videos align closely with your text prompts, reducing guesswork.
• Stunning Visuals: Improved motion and quality deliver more realistic, consistent, and visually captivating results.

🎬 Introducing Marey: A new AI video model

Get ready for Marey, the latest AI video model developed through a unique collaboration between Moonvalley and Asteria, aimed at transforming Hollywood with ethical innovation. 🚀

What's Marey All About?

• Ethical Foundation: Marey is pioneering a new standard in AI with its ethically sourced training data. Unlike other models trained on scraped internet data, Marey uses only data provided with permission, ensuring compliance and respect for creators' rights. 🌿
• Hollywood-Ready: Specifically designed for the entertainment industry, Marey promises to enhance film and TV production without the ethical baggage often associated with AI tools. 🎥
• Creative Freedom: Offering features like text-to-video and custom model creation, Marey is set to empower filmmakers and artists with unprecedented creative control. 🖌️

Marey's approach addresses significant industry concerns around data privacy and ethical AI use, setting a new benchmark for how technology can support rather than supplant creative industries. It's not just an AI tool; it's a movement towards more responsible tech use in film and media. 📈

Looking Ahead: Moonvalley and Asteria plan to roll out Marey by early 2025, providing both major studios and independent creators with a tool that aligns with modern values of sustainability and ethical responsibility. Stay tuned as we follow Marey's journey towards making a positive impact on Hollywood and beyond! 🌟

For more detailed insights, check out the full articles here.

Engaging in the Ethical AI Filmmaking Discussion

Recent conversations on LinkedIn, including valuable insights from Zahir Kahn, Paul Trillo , and others, about the direction and ethical considerations of AI in filmmaking. These discussions highlight concerns about the monopolization of AI technologies by large corporations, the need for clean data models, and the impact on creative industries.

Snippets of the conversation:

Read more and join the discussion here.

🌟DeepMind's VEO-2

DeepMind has launched VEO-2, an advanced AI technology designed to enhance visual content creation significantly. This tool focuses on improving image resolution, color accuracy, and the overall aesthetics of visuals through deep learning algorithms.

Key Features Highlighted:

• 🔄 Automatic Enhancement: Automatically adjusts brightness, contrast, and sharpness to bring out the best in your visuals.
• 🎨 Color Correction: Uses AI to correct color imbalances, ensuring that your photos and graphics have the most natural and appealing look.
• 🔍 Resolution Boost: Enhances image resolution without compromising on speed or quality, ideal for both web and print media.

This tool exemplifies how AI can streamline creative workflows, allowing artists and designers to focus more on creativity and less on technicalities. VEO-2 not only boosts productivity but also maintains high standards of visual quality, making it a valuable addition to any creative toolkit.

Learn more about this new tool here.

Midjourney 's New Personalization Features 👀

Midjourney boosts its AI's personalization, enabling deep customization of creative outputs. Users can create multiple profiles and use moodboards to direct model outputs, offering creatives precise control over their desired aesthetics.

New Features Introduced:

• Mood Board Personalization: Create mood boards to direct AI in generating images that match specific styles or themes. Uploading images from your computer, adding images via links, or selecting pictures from a gallery to create a specific aesthetic.

• Multiple Personalization Profiles: Users can create various profiles, each tailored to different projects or themes. This allows for greater flexibility and creativity across various tasks.
• Quick Setup: Profiles stabilize with just 40 ratings, speeding up the personalization process.
• Increased Efficiency: The setup process for personalization profiles is now up to five times faster, streamlining creative workflows.
• Enhanced Management: Profiles and moodboards can be easily named, managed, and reviewed, improving organizational efficiency.

These enhancements empower you to refine AI outputs more effectively, ensuring that each project resonates with your intended aesthetic. Whether you're working on diverse projects or need specific thematic outputs, these tools streamline the creative process.

🔗 Try It Out: Explore these new personalization features by visiting midjourney.com/personalize.

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🚀 C.A.S.H. Camp

Check out this awesome AI-enhanced visual by C.A.S.H. camper Chloe Cerami! 🌟 She used Midjourney for the background and Photoshop for the product shot! 🎨🖼️

🧐 What’s in it for you? 🚀 Elevate your creative skills and effortlessly integrate AI tools into your workflow by joining a community of innovative creators at C.A.S.H. Camp!

Here’s what’s in store for you:

🖥️ Learn on Your Terms: Dive into AI creativity on your own schedule with our wide range of on-demand tutorials.

📖 Tools You Need, Ready to Go: Grab our downloadable course materials and cheat sheets to keep things rolling smoothly.

🗣️ Talk with Pros: Join our six flexible live sessions on Mondays or Tuesdays and chat directly with AI gurus.

🔔 Custom Support: Get personalized feedback in a small group setting, all tailored to your creative journey.

📅 Next Cohort Kicks Off This January! Don’t miss out—grab your spot now and start shaping your future with AI!

🔗 Ready? Join our thriving community and turn your artistic visions into reality with the power of AI.

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That is all for this week!

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