#2401 Predictions for 2024, the Copilot Keyboard, and Midjourney’s Text to Video AI
Diving into 2024 tech trends, from AI predictions to Copilot keyboards and Google’s cookie changes. Explore Midjourney’s text-to-video AI, humanoid robots, and a unique look at insect macrophotography
Tech News
In 2024, tech's booming with AI and Web3 innovations. Legal issues for AI, clearer rules for Web3. Energy transition shifts, but venture capital may grow slowly. I think it’s going to be an exciting year for tech ahead. https://avc.xyz/what-will-happen-in-2024
In 2024, @anildash predicts a shift in digital power to regular users. Regulatory changes in the EU and a ruling in Epic Games' lawsuit against Google suggest a more open internet. Dash envisions a return to a creative, human-driven web. https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-commentary/internet-future-about-to-get-weird-1234938403/
Microsoft just dropped a new Copilot keyboard key, shaking up the PC keyboard scene after almost 30 years. Dell already has the Copilot key on their fresh XPS laptops, and there's buzz about how this might impact AI apps and the next Windows release. https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/4/24023809/microsoft-copilot-key-keyboard-windows-laptops-pcs
Google starts phasing out third-party cookies, marking a pivotal moment for digital marketing. The industry must now grapple with changes in data protection, privacy, and strategy. Are you prepared for the cookieless world?
This article looks at the current state of humanoid robots and whether they're ready for work. https://spectrum.ieee.org/humanoid-robots
LG developed a two-legged AI-powered robot that can watch your pets for you. Now all it needs is a catchy name. Any ideas? https://engadget.com/lg-developed-a-two-legged-ai-powered-robot-that-can-watch-your-pets-for-you-192034931.html
Fresh AI
Midjourney joins the race in video generative AI with a new "text-to-video" model. Competing with Stability AI, Meta, Pika, and Runway ML, it's an exciting landscape. Training for Midjourney's models starts this January. https://decrypt.co/211583/midjourney-leaps-into-ai-video-creation
wehead.com’s weird attempt to give ChatGPT a face raises interesting questions about humanizing AI. The device's talking cyborg head comes with a price tag of $4,950, but there's also an option to rent it for $199 per month. What are your thoughts on this device aimed at enhancing AI-human interaction?
From my blog
A Boy and His Dog: A Cult Classic Set in 2024
The year is 2024, and the world is a wasteland after World War IV. The survivors scavenge for food and sex while avoiding raiders, mutants, and androids. Among them are Vic, a young man, and Blood, his telepathic dog.
Navigating 2024: A Tactical Approach - Focus, Protect, Adapt
Let's face it - 2024 is shaping up to be a tumultuous year. The geopolitical climate is tense, climate change is escalating, and the lingering effects of the pandemic continue to impact our mental health. So instead of setting resolutions, I've chosen three words to guide me through the year: focus, protect, and adapt.
Weird and Wonderful
The intricate world of insects through extreme close-ups by Yudy Sauw from Tangerang, Indonesia. Fascinating macrophotography capturing the essence of tiny creatures. Follow for a unique perspective on the insect kingdom.
Fatherhood.gov has a section dedicated to dad jokes! It’s a celebration of the delightfully-terrible dad joke, which can make a big difference in a child’s life. Share some dad jokes with your kids and create great moments together! http://fatherhood.gov/for-dads/dad-jokes
Seven minutes of English comedian Sarah Millican. She made me laugh in ways that shock me.
French Fuse Music are two guys (Jerry et Ben) remixing the world's funniest clips into music. Here’s a Reel with a compilation of their greatest hits:
