🎥 AI Video Is Here, and it’s Crazy Good
AI video technology is making some serious waves, and it’s reshaping how we create and consume video content. It feels like in the last 2 weeks, we progressed 2 years.
Key Facts
- 🎬 Major players like OpenAI have launched new AI video tools with startups close behind.
- 📈 The AI video market is projected to skyrocket from $534.4 million in 2023 to $2.56 billion by 2032.
- ⚡ New AI tools are making video creation faster, easier, and more accessible than ever.
I’ve been digging into these new tools myself, and it’s been quite the curious adventure.
You can now whip up high-quality videos in literal minutes without needing a Hollywood budget or a full production team.
And possibly more relatable:
- B-roll for content
- Explainer videos for your channel
- Animations for storytelling
- Adding video to still photos
- Converting still life concepts to motion
- Style shifting from one theme to another
- and more..
Take OpenAI’s Sora 🔗 for example. It produces high-definition videos up to 1080p and can generate clips up to 20 seconds long now. If you’re a ChatGPT Plus or Pro user, it’s definitely worth giving it a spin no that accounts are finally available again at sora.com.
Hailuo AI 🔗 is a favorite I’ve been testing, where the quality is superb and the free tier is generous. Runway 🔗 is another. A next-generation video editing platform that has secured almost a quarter billion in funding to date and is one of the front-runners in generative video.
I’ve also been playing around with InVideo 🔗 It lets you create full end-to-end videos from a single prompt (not just the clips), handling everything from the storyboard to the voiceover.
You have to check this one out ^^
For someone like me, who loves experimenting but doesn’t have a film crew at my disposal, tools like this open up new possibilities. Creating content for YouTube or Instagram feels a lot less daunting now.
But here’s the thing.
As these tools become more widespread, we need to be mindful of how we use them.
I remember stumbling upon an AI-generated deepfake that was so convincing, it took me a moment to realize it wasn’t real. The rise in deepfakes is both fascinating and a bit unsettling. It’s a reminder while AI opens up incredible opportunities, it also comes with responsibilities as one of many things we should highly consider with the rapid advancement of the industry.
So, how can we use these AI video tools to enhance our work or projects responsibly?
For me, it’s about amplifying creativity and efficiency while staying ethical. I’ve started using AI to create short video shorts as I think about ways to grow content in new ways by share ideas more visually.
It’s been a fun new way to test these mediums.
What about you? Have you thought about leveraging AI video tools or are you already?
They’re becoming more user-friendly every day, so now might be the perfect time to jump in.
🧠 Google’s Quantum Leap with Willow
Let’s talk quantum computing. Google’s new chip, Willow, is making headlines, and for good reason.
Key Facts
- 🤯 Willow can perform calculations in minutes that would take today’s supercomputers over 10 septillion years. Yes, you read that right.
- 💻 It contains 105 highly accurate qubits, marking a significant advancement in quantum computing.
- ✅ Willow achieves “below threshold” quantum calculations, which means fewer errors and more reliable results.
Quantum computing has always fascinated me even though regrettably, I’ve only studied surface level depth on the topic.
The idea that data can exist in multiple states simultaneously and change based on how it’s observed blows my mind.
It’s like trying to imagine a light being both on and off at the same time, and it changes if it’s seen… I mean, what?
With Willow, we’re getting a glimpse into a future where quantum computers will revolutionize industries.
While I’m sure you can find great summaries from those way more versed in Quantum than me, a way to think about this is by comparing binary (what your devices run) with qubits (what a quantum chip works with).
While a classical bit (via binary) can only be in one of two states (0 or 1), a qubit can exist in both states simultaneously through a quantum property called superposition. Think of it as having three possible states: 0, 1, and a combination of both at the same time.
A practical quantum computer capable of solving world-changing problems would need between one million to ten million qubits.
And while Google’s Willow announcement isn’t about the most qbits to date, they’ve achieved significance with the quality of them.
In their case, the more qbits they combine, the lower the error rate gets. This is groundbreaking and gives us insight into what the future could look like for real-world applications.
Here’s how:
🩺 Healthcare
Quantum computing could accelerate drug discovery by simulating complex molecular interactions at speeds we’ve never seen before. Imagine finding cures for diseases that have stumped us for decades.
🌎 Climate Science
More accurate models could lead to better predictions and strategies to combat climate change.
💵 Finance
Quantum algorithms might optimize investment portfolios in ways we can’t even conceive with classical computers.
But as exciting as this is, practical applications are still a bit down the road. It’s like we’re peeking through a window into the future, seeing the potential but not quite able to touch it yet.
So, what could we achieve with quantum computing?
What are your thoughts? Does quantum computing excite you, concern you, or maybe a bit of both?
🤖 Meet Daisy, the AI Granny Outsmarting Scammers
Imagine a sweet old grandma who chats with phone scammers, keeping them on the line and wasting their time. Now, imagine she’s actually an AI named Daisy.
Key Facts
- 🦾 Since November 2024, Daisy has engaged over 1,000 scammers.
- ⏰ She keeps scammers talking for up to 40 minutes, preventing them from reaching real victims.
- 🐱 Daisy charms them with stories about her fictional cat and family.
Daisy is a brilliant blend of empathy and technology.
She listens to scam calls, transcribes them, and responds using a grandmotherly voice generated by a language model.
Virgin Media O2 in the UK reports that Daisy has helped prevent over £250 million in suspected fraud last year.
By pretending to be a tech-challenged elderly woman, she plays into scammers’ expectations and turns the tables on them.
This story warms my heart.
For all the times I get scam calls daily, to the flood of text & email scams, it’s only getting worse. When I used to pick up, then hang up immediately – now I kinda wish I had Daisy’s to string them along!
But beyond the humor, Daisy represents how creativity and compassion can merge with technology to solve real-world problems.
This has me thinking:
- Are there challenges in our own lives or industries where a fresh perspective could make a difference?
- How can we use technology not just for efficiency, but to genuinely help and protect others?
- Could approaching a problem with a bit of humanity and humor lead to unexpected solutions?
Daisy’s development was a team effort, involving collaboration between tech experts and those familiar with scam tactics. It shows the power of working together and thinking outside the box.
Maybe it’s time we all look at the problems we face and ask, “How can I tackle this differently?” and “How can I make this fun?”
If you’re curious to hear Daisy in action (and trust me, it’s worth it), check out the demo here 🔗.
In a world where tech often feels cold and impersonal, Daisy brings a touch of warmth.
She reminds us that at the end of the day, technology is about improving lives.
So here’s my challenge to you:
- How can you bring creativity & compassion into your work?
- What step can you take to solve problems & bring others joy?
I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Has Daisy’s story sparked any ideas for you? Feel free to leave a comment and share how you might apply this kind of thinking in your own projects.
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