AI Takes Over Workforces
Plus: Stability AI introduces AI bot for Discord, ElevenLabs launches AI model for lyrics generation
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In today’s edition:
📈 AI demand soars in the workplace
🤖 Stability AI introduces AI bot for Discord users
🎤 ElevenLabs debuts AI model for generating lyrics
📚 Knowledge Nugget: In-Depth Product Analysis of Devin, the Hottest AI Developer by
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AI demand soars in the workplace
Microsoft and LinkedIn have published their ‘2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report’, revealing the rapid adoption of AI tools by employees, with 75% of knowledge workers using AI and nearly half starting within the last six months.
Here are the key points:
78% of AI users are bringing their own AI tools to work, with 52% reluctant to use them for their important tasks.
66% of leaders say they wouldn't hire someone without AI skills, and 71% prefer less experienced candidates with AI skills over more experienced ones without.
Power users who use AI extensively are reaping benefits in productivity, creativity, and job satisfaction.
Skills are projected to change by 68% by 2030, accelerated by generative AI.
Why does this matter?
The study serves as a wake-up call for organizations to move beyond experimentation and develop comprehensive strategies for AI implementation. As AI permeates all sectors, generations, and skill sets, early adopters will likely emerge as the leaders, while those hesitant to explore could risk falling behind.
Stability AI introduces AI bot for Discord users
Stability AI has launched Stable Artisan, a multimodal-gen AI Discord bot that enables users to create images and videos using the Stable Diffusion 3 (SD3) and Stable Video Diffusion (SVD) models.
Stable Artisan incorporates several editing and customization features, including Search and Replace, Remove Background, Creative Upscale, Outpaint, Control Sketch, and Control Structure. The service is available through a paid subscription, with monthly plans ranging from $9 to $99, and a 3-day free trial.
Stability AI is also working on a larger conversational chatbot called Stable Assistant, which will incorporate the company's text-to-image and LLM technologies to assist users with various tasks through natural language conversations. While Stable Artisan currently does not include access to Stable Audio, Stable Code, or Stable LM, these features may be added in the future as the service continues to evolve.
Why does this matter?
Stable Artisan could empower creators lacking experience with complex AI models to generate high-quality content directly within their familiar Discord environment.
However, the paid subscription model could limit access, and the missing features hint at a future with a complete AI creative suite.
ElevenLabs debuts AI model for generating lyrics
ElevenLabs, a company that specializes in AI-powered voice cloning and synthesis, has revealed a new model that creates song lyrics based on user prompts.
With this new model, ElevenLabs aims to impact the music industry by allowing users to generate custom lullabies, jingles, podcast intros, and potentially even popular songs. The company also plans to launch a marketplace where users can sell their AI-generated music.
While ElevenLabs has not yet shared details about the maximum length of songs the AI can generate, an example posted by the company's Head of Design suggests that it will likely produce lyrics for a standard three-minute song.
Why does this matter?
This AI tool has the potential to democratize songwriting, allowing even those without musical expertise to craft lyrics. This could be particularly impactful for budget-conscious creators or those with specific lyrical needs. However, it remains to be seen if it will integrate with composing melodies like Udio or Suno, which offer a more complete song creation experience.
Also, the AI lyrics' originality and the tool's training data on copyrighted music might raise uncertainties.
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Knowledge Nugget: In-Depth Product Analysis of Devin, the Hottest AI Developer
In his recent newsletter post,
analyzes Devin, an AI developer assistant, praising its ability to engage in natural conversations, ask clarifying questions, and participate in brainstorming sessions, much like a human developer would.He found Devin's user experience to be among the most well-conceived AI products he has tested. However, he notes areas where the AI developer needs improvement, such as generating polished user interfaces and implementing complex specifications from scratch.
Perazzo believes that Devin excels at DevOps and fixing bugs in existing codebases. Despite these shortcomings, he's excited to see Devin evolve into a more capable AI developer, given Cognition Labs' rapid development cycle and responsiveness to feedback. He predicts many apps will follow Devin's design lead.
Why does this matter?
There’s already a huge debate about whether Devin will replace software engineers. If the improvements suggested by Perazzo are implemented, the future of creating custom software solutions for even non-technical users won’t be far away.
What Else Is Happening❗
🎬 TikTok introduces "AI-generated" labels for third-party content
TikTok will automatically label AI-generated content on its platform and on third-party platforms, becoming the first social media platform to support Content Credentials metadata for AI transparency. (Link)
💰 Anthropic CEO defends dual funding from Google and Amazon
Anthropic's CEO says partnering with Google and Amazon ensures more independence than OpenAI's Microsoft reliance. However, regulators are examining the impact on AI competition as Anthropic's future training costs could reach $100 billion. (Link)
🎥 Krea AI introduces video generation for paid subscribers
Krea AI, a generative AI startup, has launched video generation capabilities for its highest-tier subscribers. The new feature allows users to create videos using a combination of key frame images and text prompts, with a timeline-based interface reminiscent of traditional video editing software. (Link)
🎥 Synthflow launches AI voice agent teams for streamlined customer support
Synthflow launches “Conversational AI Teams,” a feature that allows businesses to create multiple AI voice assistants to interact with customers and each other, all through a single phone number. These intelligent agents can handle tasks like scheduling, updating CRMs, and more, providing a seamless and efficient customer support experience. (Link)
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