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AI demos: Figma’s FigJam, AI drawing, dancing avatars, and more! | E1857

Dec 5, 2023

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In this podcast, Sunny Madra joins Jason to demo Figma FigJam, an AI that gives generated images from real-time drawing. They also discuss an AI that changes your photo into any prompt. Additionally, they explore the ethical implications of AI-generated images and the challenges faced by creators in navigating copyright issues. The podcast also touches on fan fiction, the potential impact of AI-generated dance videos on society, and innovative ideas for future conferences.

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Quick takeaways

Figma Jam provides an interactive and collaborative space for real-time brainstorming and planning.

The use of stable diffusion allows for real-time image manipulation with creative possibilities.

Auto-generated animation technology can transform personal images into characters that mimic desired dance moves.

Deep dives

Importance of Scale in Theft and Monetization

The podcast episode discusses the significance of the scale of theft and how it relates to infringing on a company's ability to create. It uses the example of creating a Jedi night party and scaling it up to a permanent installation like Star Wars Town at Disney World. The monetization and scale of something can impact its impact and potential infringement on others.

The Role of AI in Event Planning and Marketing

04:18

Non-commercial use, IP ownership, and Disney's position on character creations

02:03

Interactivity and Participatory AI in Creative Tools

02:51

The Potential of AI in Table Reads and Movie Production

02:37

Introduction

2min

AI Summit Event and Figma Jam

7min

Listening Mode, Squarespace Advertisement, and Conference Planning

3min

Creating Derivative Works with AI

12min

Fan Fiction and Commercialization + Introduction to Brave Search API

4min

Innovative Ideas for Future Conferences

13min

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2min

AI-generated Dance Videos and Impact on Society

14min

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Today’s show:

Sunny Madra joins Jason to demo Figma FigJam (2:08), a product that generates images from real-time drawing (31:05), and more while discussing the implications of IP theft writ large.

Timestamps:

(0:00) Sunny Madra joins Jason

(2:08) Sunny demos Figma’s FigJam

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(10:40) Figma FigJam demo continued

(16:02) Jason shares his AI generated images and discusses how companies navigate copyright issues

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(26:12) Feedback and thoughts for FigJam

(31:05) Sunny demos Fal, an AI that gives generated images from real time drawing

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(41:49) Sunny demos the Real-Time Latent Consistency Model

(47:01) Sunny demos Alibaba’s Animate Anyone