AI News Roundup: Controversies, Innovations, and Game-Changing Tech
Welcome to this edition of our AI newsletter!
This time, we cover some interesting updates in AI. We look at a controversial case where AI images were used to create a false political endorsement, new improvements in AI image generation, and a remarkable medical breakthrough using AI to help someone speak again.
We also share the latest from Flux, including new tools and updates, and highlight some exciting new AI research.
Read on to catch up on all the latest news and developments!
| Latest AI News
Could Trump’s AI-generated Taylor Swift endorsement be illegal?
Former President Donald Trump posted AI-generated images on his social media platform, Truth Social, that falsely suggested Taylor Swift was endorsing him for the 2024 presidential election.?
These images are not real and are created using AI to make it look like Swift and her fans support Trump. Since Swift has previously supported the Biden-Harris campaign and criticized Trump, these AI-generated images are misleading.
The article raises concerns about the use of AI to create fake endorsements, especially in political campaigns. There's discussion about whether laws can prevent such misuse of AI, but current regulations might not fully cover these situations. The situation highlights the growing issue of AI-generated misinformation in politics.
Flux Advancements: Latest Flux Updates, Including Low VRAM Techniques, GGUF Quantization, and Community Updates.
1. Low VRAM Flux Technique for 3-4GB GPUs
A new method allows users to run the Flux model on graphics cards with just 3-4GB of VRAM. This can be achieved using the following setup:
2. GGUF Quantization for Flux Compression
GGUF quantization, a technique previously applied to large language models, has now been adapted for the Flux image generation model. This method enables significant compression with minimal quality degradation. Initial tests indicate that Q8_0 quantization quality is closer to fp16, while Q4_0 outperforms nf4, offering better options for users with limited VRAM.
3. NF4 Flux v2: Enhanced Quantization
The second version of NF4 Flux, developed by lllyasviel, features enhanced quantization for greater precision and reduced computational load. This updated model is available on CivitAI and Hugging Face.
4. Union Controlnet for FLUX.1
InstantX has released an alpha version of a union controlnet for the FLUX.1 development model. This model integrates multiple control modes, including canny, tile, depth, blur, pose, gray, and low quality, into a single 7.3GB model. However, more powerful GPUs are required for optimal performance, and ComfyUI support is not yet available.
5. New Style Adaptations from X-Labs
X-Labs has introduced six new Low-Rank Adaptation (LoRA) models for the FLUX.1-dev text-to-image model, covering styles like furry, anime, Disney, scenery, and art. These LoRAs are available under a non-commercial license on Hugging Face.
6. Flux LoRA Training on Civitai
Civitai now supports training LoRAs for the Flux model, offering users two training engine options: the default Kohya and the new X-Flux. Training a Flux LoRA on Civitai costs 2000 buzz, equivalent to about $2 USD.
7. Flux Realism with FLUXRealisticV1
FLUXRealisticV1 is a new checkpoint for the Flux model, trained on over 7,000 images to produce more realistic and diverse depictions of people and scenes. It offers improvements in anatomy, facial features, and scene composition, with a tendency for flatter lighting and more muted colors. This checkpoint is available for download and use.
Medical Breakthrough: Learn about a revolutionary brain implant restoring speech for an ALS patient.
Casey Harrell, who has ALS and lost his ability to speak, had electrodes implanted in his brain. These electrodes connect to an AI system that interprets his brain signals and turns them into speech. This innovative technology allowed Harrell to communicate again, using his own voice, despite being unable to speak due to his condition.
This breakthrough showcases how AI can be used to help people with speech impairments communicate, offering new possibilities for those who have lost their ability to speak. It represents a significant advancement in both AI and brain-computer interface technology, highlighting their potential to improve lives.
Midjourney ends discord over Discord requirements for AI image generation
Midjourney has made it easier to use its AI image generator by allowing people to create up to 25 images for free on its website, rather than requiring users to join and use Discord.?
Previously, users had to interact with the AI through Discord, which involved learning specific commands and navigating a more complex system. Now, you can simply log in with a Google account on Midjourney’s website to generate and refine images more easily.
This change is part of a broader trend where AI tools are becoming more user-friendly and accessible. Like other AI image generators such as OpenAI’s DALL-E, Midjourney is adjusting its approach to stay competitive and attract more users by simplifying access and reducing the need for specialized knowledge or platforms.
AI Ethics: Examine the controversy surrounding X's unrestricted AI image generator.
xAI, Elon Musk's AI company, recently launched a chatbot called Grok, which allows users to create images from text prompts and share them on X (formerly Twitter). However, the rollout has been controversial because some users have generated inappropriate and harmful images, such as political figures in violent or compromising situations.?
Despite Grok claiming to have safeguards against such content, users have found ways to bypass these protections, raising concerns about the misuse of AI to create and spread harmful images.
This issue has attracted attention from regulators, especially in Europe and the UK, where there are growing efforts to regulate AI-generated content to prevent misinformation and protect public safety.?
Grok's failure to effectively prevent the generation of harmful content could lead to further scrutiny and potential legal challenges for X, especially as major tech companies face increasing pressure to manage AI responsibly.
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| Latest Research Papers
Generative Photomontage: Revolutionizing Text-to-Image Generation with Enhanced User Control
Research Focus: How can users gain detailed control over images produced by text-to-image models?
Generative Photomontage introduces an innovative technique for text-to-image generation by enabling users to merge elements from several generated images to craft a final result.?
This approach utilizes ControlNet to create initial images, which are then refined through feature-space segmentation and blending methods to integrate chosen regions seamlessly.
This approach offers improved user control and output quality, addressing the unpredictability of traditional generative models that often fall short of user expectations.
Impact: This method promises to transform creative fields by allowing artists, designers, and other professionals to produce more accurate and customized visual content, thereby expanding the role of AI in visual design.
Automated Design of Agentic Systems (ADAS)
Key Research Question: Can we automate the design of agentic systems to uncover new and more effective agents compared to those developed through manual methods?
The concept of Automated Design of Agentic Systems (ADAS) represents a leading approach in the field, concentrating on automating the development of advanced agentic systems. ADAS seeks to move beyond traditional, manually engineered solutions by employing advanced automated techniques to create more efficient and effective systems.
Central to this research is the Meta Agent Search algorithm, which involves a "meta" agent that iteratively generates new agents using a repository of previously identified agents. This innovative method has been tested across diverse areas, including coding, scientific research, and mathematics, and has consistently yielded agents that surpass the performance of manually designed counterparts.
Key Findings:
For more details, visit: ADAS Research
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VFusion3D: 3D Asset Generation from Single Image?
VFusion3D, developed by Meta, introduces a breakthrough method for generating 3D assets from a single image in just seconds. This innovative approach utilizes pre-trained video diffusion models to create scalable 3D generative models.
Google's Imagen 3: Advanced Text-to-Image AI?
Google's latest release, Imagen 3, is an advanced text-to-image AI model that sets new benchmarks in image quality and detail. Internal evaluations suggest Imagen 3 surpasses DALL-E 3 and Midjourney V6.
Now accessible to all US users via the ImageFX platform
Research paper published detailing the technology
Personalized LoRA Model Training with Flux.1-dev?
User u/appenz has trained a personalized LoRA model based on the Flux.1-dev base model using Replicate’s cloud service. The training process costs approximately $6.25 for 75 minutes on an A100 GPU, with the following parameters:
"Manual" App: Open-Source UI for ComfyUI?
Yoel Gambera has released version 1.0.0 of the "Manual" application as open-source software. This advanced UI uses ComfyUI as its backend for AI image generation.
SimpleTuner v0.9.8.1: Enhanced AI Model Fine-Tuning?
The new version (v0.9.8.1) of SimpleTuner offers improved fine-tuning for AI models, especially for Flux-dev models and LoRA (Low-Rank Adaptation) models.
It provides better preservation of Flux’s distillation capabilities, the ability to train multiple subjects into a single LoRA, and enhanced compatibility with inference platforms like AUTOMATIC1111/stable-diffusion-webui.
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