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The TED AI Show: Building an AI creator community w/ Civitai founders Justin Meyer and Maxfield Hulker
Nov 19, 2024
Justin Meyer and Maxfield Hulker, co-founders of Civitai, dive deep into the world of open-source generative AI. They discuss the importance of community in tech, how Civitai enhances creator tools, and the ethical dilemmas posed by not-safe-for-work content. The duo also examines the future of AI in content creation, the challenges of user dynamics, and the rise of shorter content formats as attention spans dwindle. Their insights shed light on balancing innovation with safety in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
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- Civitai's open-source platform embodies the importance of community-driven initiatives, promoting collaboration among creators while fostering an interactive environment for AI-generated art.
- The evolution of AI-generated art raises concerns surrounding originality and ownership, prompting discussions about ethical guidelines and responsible content creation.
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The Evolution of Online Communities
Online communities have become essential spaces for creatives to share ideas and techniques, evolving from platforms like DeviantArt and Newgrounds to modern hubs for AI-generated art. Platforms such as Civitai are emerging, enabling artists, engineers, and hobbyists to explore and modify AI models like Stable Diffusion. This accessibility transforms users from mere consumers of art to creators, allowing anyone to experiment in AI art generation with minimal barriers. As these tools become more user-friendly, they blur the lines between different roles within creative ecosystems.
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