Midjourney Launches First Mobile App

1. Midjourney Launches First Mobile App

Midjourney, a bootstrapped startup known for its text-to-image AI generator, has taken a significant step forward by introducing a mobile app named "Niji Journey."

Developed in collaboration with Japanese game company Sizigi Studios, this app targets the Japanese market and emphasizes Midjourney's anime art style, "Niji." While the app is tailored for the Japanese audience, it offers access to Midjourney's entire range of art styles.

David Holz, the founder of Midjourney and a former co-founder of Leap Motion, highlighted the app's unique features and hinted at the eventual release of a full-fledged Midjourney app.

Despite facing competition from AI giants like OpenAI's DALL-E 3 and Adobe's Firefly Image 2, Midjourney's innovative approach and high-quality imagery have garnered a substantial user base. Venturebeat

2. ChatGPT Officially Launches Web Browsing

OpenAI has officially integrated Bing-powered web browsing into ChatGPT, offering real-time search capabilities to its users.

Previously, ChatGPT was restricted to data up until September 2021, but with the introduction of Bing, it can now access live web content. This feature was initially tested in March and later integrated with Bing in May. However, it was temporarily removed due to concerns about displaying paywalled content. Now, after refining its adherence to site-owner instructions, the "Browse with Bing" feature is available to all Plus and Enterprise subscribers.

In another development, OpenAI has launched DALL-E 3 in beta, which seamlessly integrates with ChatGPT, allowing users to generate images based on text prompts without switching apps. This move is part of OpenAI's broader vision to evolve ChatGPT into a multimedia generative search engine. TechCrunch

3. Reality Defender Raises $15M To Detect Deepfakes.

Reality Defender has unveiled its cutting-edge platform designed to combat the surge of deepfake-driven disinformation.

Developed by top AI researchers, this enterprise-grade tool offers real-time deepfake detection, safeguarding businesses and governments alike. With capabilities spanning from scanning user-generated content to verifying voiceprints, Reality Defender positions itself as a frontline defense against the evolving landscape of digital deception. Yahoo

4. Another AI Music Maker

Riffusion, an AI-driven music-generation platform co-founded by Hardline's Seth Forsgren and Skydio's Hayk Martiros, has successfully secured $4 million in funding, with renowned music duo The Chainsmokers joining as advisors.

The platform empowers users to craft short music clips, complete with AI-generated vocals. An enhanced version of the app now allows users to input lyrics or have Riffusion generate them, culminating in a 12-second musical "riff."

Greycroft, a New York-based VC, spearheaded the seed round, with contributions from South Park Commons and Sky9 Capital. While Riffusion's monetization strategy remains in development, collaborations with The Chainsmokers aim to explore the platform's potential in the artistic process. DigitalMusicNews

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