New AI shortcut to creating images in a consistent style & Latest on EU regulation

This Will Make Consistent Images Much Easier

In collaboration with GoogleAI, Nataniel Ruiz and his team have introduced StyleDrop, a revolutionary tool that lets users generate new images following a specific style of their choice, using just a single style reference image.

StyleDrop has demonstrated remarkable capabilities in style translation and generation. It can extract and apply the color palette and overall style from a single reference image to generate a wide variety of unique, stylized images. One striking example is how the tool extracted the style from a watercolor cat painting and was able to reproduce that style in creating entirely different images. What's more, StyleDrop goes beyond simple color and pattern mimicry, demonstrating an adeptness at morphing object shapes to fit within the style reference and incorporating stylistic flourishes and geometrical style components.

The tool is also capable of handling 3D styles, capturing even the isometric viewpoints, rounded edges, layout, and color palette of a given style reference. Through a combination of StyleDrop and another tool, DreamBooth, it's possible to represent a specific subject in any chosen style, further expanding creative possibilities.

How It Works

Under the hood, StyleDrop employs MUSE, a masked Transformer for Text-to-Image Synthesis, which has proven effective at learning and reproducing styles. Following the approach set by DreamBooth, the team fine-tuned MUSE in a parameter-efficient manner using Adapters and carefully selected supervision text prompts. This approach gently guides the model, providing it with an initial prior.

The team introduced an innovative concept called Iterative Training from Feedback to enhance style consistency and recall while reducing content leakage. This process involves continued training of the model using high-quality synthetic samples, improving the results for other test-time prompts.

Benefits For Business Owners

One of the significant benefits of StyleDrop, particularly for business owners, is the level of creative control it offers. Through Iterative Training from Feedback, users can guide the design process with their own intentions, effectively allowing them to be their own digital artists.

From a business perspective, StyleDrop can be a game-changer. It could redefine how businesses create their brand images, product designs, advertising materials, and more. By giving business owners the ability to produce high-quality, stylistically consistent images on demand, StyleDrop could significantly reduce costs associated with hiring professional designers, and streamline the creative process, while still ensuring a unique and impactful visual identity.

EU Calling For Google and Facebook To Label AI Content

While we're still trying to figure out how to differentiate our Instagram filters, the European Union (EU) is urging tech giants Google and Facebook to label content generated by artificial intelligence (AI). We all know the EU has been at the forefront of regulating the tech industry, and it seems they're not ready to let go of the reins just yet.

The call comes as part of a wider effort to combat disinformation from Russia, which, if you've been following the news, has been a rather hot topic. The EU is not just asking for labels; they're also requesting more resources to be put into fact-checking, particularly in minority language content and in Eastern Europe, where Russian disinformation campaigns are a prevalent concern.

The EU's request specifically targets AI-generated content, wanting it labeled in a way that even the most distracted scroller can't miss. In other words, they want users to clearly see if a post is not produced by humans but by AI systems. Imagine seeing a label that says, "This is the robot talking" - feels like something out of a sci-fi movie, doesn't it? But it's an attempt to mitigate the potential "dark side" of AI, which can create fake events and voices within seconds.

But, as always, the devil is in the details. Google's CEO, Sundar Pichai, when asked if they had the technology to detect fake news, responded with a cryptic "Yes, but we are developing technologies further". While this may sound promising, it's worth asking: what does "developing further" mean? And more importantly, can they keep up with the pace of disinformation spreading across their platforms?

Then there's the recent standoff with Twitter, which decided to quit the EU's voluntary code of practice, a move described as a "mistake" by Věra Jourová, a European Commission vice president. It's clear the EU is ready to bare its teeth, threatening "swift" sanctions if the social media giant doesn't comply with new digital content laws set to take effect on August 25.

The question remains - will Twitter acquiesce or face the potential fine of up to 6% of its global revenue or an outright ban across the EU?​

Tech giants are often lauded for their innovative strides, but as they venture further into the realm of AI, it's crucial they take responsibility for the potential misuse of these technologies. Let's hope they can rise to the challenge and navigate this tricky path with the due diligence it deserves.

Prompt Of The Day

One of the things that we are starting to do at 987 Digital and Cyberdogz Marketing is looking to hire new resources to support an agency of the future. The following prompt is a great way to create job descriptions for various roles you may need. Education and experience may need some adjustment based on your expectations.

Prompt:

As a seasoned HR professional with a deep understanding of AI-related roles, your task is to create a detailed job description for the position of "[Job Title]". The job description should cover the key responsibilities, necessary qualifications (including education, skills, and experience), and any specific requirements or expectations. Remember to highlight the importance of the role in the context of the broader AI industry and the potential impact on the company's goals. Maintain a professional tone and ensure that the description is clear, comprehensive, and enticing for potential applicants.

Job Title: Prompt Engineer

Output:

Job Title: Prompt Engineer

Job Summary:

We are searching for an innovative, experienced Prompt Engineer to join our leading-edge AI company. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a dynamic team of AI specialists, data scientists, software engineers, and product managers. As a Prompt Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing AI prompts, which serve as an integral part of our advanced AI language models like GPT-4. The significance of this role cannot be overstated; your efforts will directly influence the effectiveness and versatility of our AI solutions across multiple industries, making a notable impact on our company's goals and reputation in the AI industry.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and develop a wide array of AI prompts that support various use cases, such as data analysis, language translation, creative writing, tutoring, and more.

2. Collaborate with other engineers and product managers to understand user needs and translate them into prompt design.

3. Conduct comprehensive tests on prompts to evaluate their performance, understand their strengths and weaknesses, and make necessary improvements.

4. Work with data scientists to gather and analyze data for prompt optimization.

5. Collaborate with the AI ethics team to ensure the designed prompts align with our company's ethical guidelines and principles.

6. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior prompt engineers and interns.

7. Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning technologies and incorporate them into prompt design when applicable.

Qualifications:

Education:

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a related field is required. A Master's degree or a Ph.D. in the same field would be a plus.

Experience:

1. Minimum of 5 years experience in AI or Machine Learning Engineering role.

2. Proven experience in NLP (Natural Language Processing) and understanding of advanced AI models like GPT-3 or GPT-4.

3. Prior experience in prompt design, development, and optimization will be highly preferred.

Skills:

1. Strong programming skills in Python or similar language.

2. Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms and principles.

3. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data.

4. Excellent problem-solving abilities.

5. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to articulate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Specific Requirements:

1. Familiarity with AI ethics and a commitment to ensuring that AI prompts align with ethical guidelines.

2. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

3. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team as well as independently.

4. A passion for staying on the cutting edge of AI and Machine Learning technologies.

As a Prompt Engineer at our company, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of AI technology, making meaningful contributions to our AI solutions. This role is a unique blend of technical expertise and creativity, and it requires someone who can understand both the technical intricacies of AI models and the human nuances of language. We look forward to meeting you and exploring how your skills and passions could contribute to our team.

That’s it for today, I am diving into Opus Video for the rest of the afternoon.

Until tomorrow,
Kevin Davis