COOL N3WS #3

BRANDS & WEB3 ??

?? Dior & Refik Anadol

Parfums Christian Dior collaborated with generative art artist Refik Anadol to create a series of generative AI artworks inspired by "L'Or de J'adore." Using data derived from the perfume and its floral composition, the artwork was unveiled last week in Paris, and the exhibition will continue until October 8th.

More images right here ??

?? Pudgy Penguins now in Walmart

Will NFT collections need to integrate into the real world to continue to exist? That's the bet made by Pudgy Penguins , who have struck a deal with 沃尔玛 to distribute toys inspired by the PFPs (Profile Pictures) from the collection in over 2,000 stores. This is a real sign of interest from mainstream consumers, confirming the cultural significance of web3 and its impact on a broader audience.

?? Louis Vuitton opened a Discord.?

And everyone was talking about it ??

AI ??

?? Meta released its AI tools

Meta held its annual grand event, and announcements were flying left and right: AI everywhere, in every direction. Whether it's image generation, research assistance tools, NPCs (who even have their own social media accounts) in AI Companion mode, or B2B marketing tools, the list is long.

One noteworthy development is the evolution of smart glasses, with Meta Ray-Bans now allowing live streaming and incorporating machine learning solutions to recognize specific assets in your environment. Meta AI is indeed launched, and this is going to have a major impact on millions of people.

For more information, check out this detailed thread.

?? Sam Altman & Jon Ive working on a AI device

Designer Jon Ive is in discussions with the founder of OpenAI to create a more natural and intuitive device for interacting with AI. There is limited information available at the moment, but considering the revolution that the iPhone brought about (designed by Jon Ive) it could be fascinating to follow the proposals from one of the major players in generative AI.

https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/27/23892135/jony-ive-sam-altman-ai-device-openai-ceo-apple-designer?

?? Gaussian splatting now on Polycam

We introduced you to Gaussian Splatting technology a few weeks ago, and it continues to integrate into existing tools. Now, the Polycam application, which was previously dedicated to NeRFs, is incorporating this type of rendering. Mass adoption is not so far...

?? Spotify launched AI translation for podcasts

Spotify has recently announced its AI tool, allowing podcast creators to automate the translation of their content. This is a clever way to support this target audience and naturally expand their reach.

METAVERSE ??

?? The metaverse interview from Lex Fridman

Meta's latest conference made headlines, but the content from star podcaster Lex Fridman also attracted significant attention. He interviewed Mark Zuckerberg remotely using the Quest 3, which realistically reproduces the upper body of each participant in real-time. This is a significant technical advancement that allows for a more realistic sense of the other person's physical presence.

?? The first metaverse Architecture Biennale in Decentraland

The inaugural Metaverse Architecture Biennale (MAB) happened in Decentraland end of September. With the theme 'Presence of the Future,' it was showcasing 30+ stunning digital builds by diverse architects and digital designers, along with music, parties, panels, and virtual pavilions reminiscent of the Venice Biennale and Expo.

Discover and explore all the pavilions in this article

AR & XR ??

?? Virtual Squid Games : Sandbox VR x Netflix?

A little Squid Game with friends? Developed by Sandbox VR for Netflix , this VR experience appears to stay true to the series' universe and offers significant potential for interaction among players, all in real-time within the same room. Given the growth of these new forms of collective VR gaming, it's a safe bet to say that we will see new players entering the scene in the next months.

?? AR kiosks at PFW?with DressX

Paris Fashion Week also celebrates virtual fashion. In addition to events organized by web3 players (such as Future+ and Decrypt for the brand LETTONNE ), and other runway shows, we're also seeing interesting innovations like these kiosks created by DRESSX for the FabriX brand, showcasing virtual outfits created by young designers in augmented reality.

Visitors could try them on using these connected mirrors, share them online, and purchase them on DressX's marketplace.

ART PROJECT OF THE WEEK ??

?? Inside The Sphere

You may have heard about it before - The Sphere is that giant structure at the heart of Las Vegas, covered in screens. This week marked the inauguration of the performance venue, and we finally got to see the inside of the place. U2's concert delighted those in attendance but, more importantly, it showcased the impressive technical capabilities of these immersive giant screens.

Here's a small collection of videos captured by spectators, right here ??

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