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Shake off the sleep and have a coffee—it’s Tuesday. This is the latest issue of /Imagine, your go-to source for the freshest news and developments in AI. Here’s EVERYTHING you need to know. Let’s dive in…

👀 Midjourney Drops Character Reference Tool

Midjourney's Character Reference tool is about to become your new best friend. This powerful feature allows you to create consistent characters across multiple generations, making it perfect for developing brand assets, visualizing yourself in different roles, or simply letting your imagination run wild.

Here's how to use it:

1. Log in to Midjourney: Access Midjourney through their alpha site (if you have access) or via Discord. The tool works seamlessly on both platforms.

2. Select a reference image: Choose an image you want to use as a reference, preferably from a previous Midjourney generation. This ensures better compatibility compared to images from the web. If you're using Discord, write your prompt followed by --cref followed by the image URL to your prompt. On the alpha site, simply drag and drop the image and select the new icon resembling a person.

3. Adjust the intensity: Use the character weight (--cw) slider to fine-tune the reference strength. The slider ranges from 0 to 100. Set it to 0 if you want to significantly alter the reference's hair or clothing, or to 100 if you aim to closely match the previous photo.

4. Blend multiple characters: Want to mix references? You can blend multiple characters by adding their URLs with --cref URL1 URL2.

5. Generate your work: Once you've set up your references and adjusted the intensity, hit submit and watch Midjourney work its magic.

With Midjourney's Character Reference tool, you have the power to create consistent characters effortlessly. Whether you're developing brand assets that require a consistent model or transforming yourself into an astronaut, this feature opens up a world of possibilities. It also works with niji v6 model for generating consistent anime characters.

Keep in mind that this feature is still in beta, and it's expected to improve over time. Embrace the opportunity to experiment and refine your creations.

Good luck creating. I hope this helps! ✌🏼

🔍 Elon Musk's Open Source Vision for Grok

The Bytes:

✣ Elon Musk is making waves in the AI world with the announcement that xAI will open-source Grok, its ChatGPT competitor, in a bid to democratize AI development.

✣ Inspired by the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Grok promises "real-time" data access through X's subscription service, which is $16 per month.

✣ This move comes on the heels of Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI.

✣ By open-sourcing Grok, Musk aims to foster innovation and transparency in the AI industry.

Why It Matters: Musk's dedication to open-source principles has the potential to move the needle of compelling others to do the same. For enthusiasts and developers alike, the open-source release of Grok presents a unique opportunity to explore Grok’s model and build with it.

🔒 AI on the Global Threat Radar: Senate Hearing Highlights

The Bytes:

✣ During a Senate committee hearing, U.S. intelligence officials highlight AI as a significant threat to global security.

✣ The hearing emphasizes concerns over the potential misuse of AI by adversaries for misinformation campaigns and election interference.

✣ Officials caution that emerging technologies like AI, when exploited to undermine U.S. interests, contribute to an "increasingly fragile world order."

✣ The intelligence community's report underscores the pressing need to address AI threats, alongside actions by China, Russia, and other actors.

Why It Matters: The Senate's emphasis on AI as a global threat serves as a stark reminder of the technology's dual-use nature. As AI continues to level up, it is crucial to comprehend its implications for national security. It is only going to get more interesting from here, my friends.

Another Character Reference Example ⚡️

Siri Upgrade Coming 👀

Copilot GPT Writing Style Tutorial 🪄

New AI Tool Updates ✨

Prompt share: a full body photo of a female cyborg, 1970s alejandro jodorowsky style yellowed vintage photograph shot on a cannon ae-1 on 35mm kodachrome film of an extremely sophisticated robot, chemical compound diagrams, film grain effect, ghost in the shell, @juliewdesign_redlight , dressed like a robot

The @ sign on Letz signifies the usage of a model built by users. In this case, this is a model made by creator @juliewdesign.

Letz is now available to all European countries by the way! Give it a try!

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