In a recent episode, we delved into the first wave of technology that was used to create digital influencers like 'Lil Miquela back in 2016.

Fast forward to today, we're presented with a whole new set of tools that enable almost anyone to build their own digital influencer.

In this episode, Sinead Bovell and Danny Postma discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the world of modeling, online creation, and self-representation.

From the rise of AI-generated photos to the democratization of creativity, they discuss the potential of AI in shaping the future of digital expression.

Topics Covered:

00:00 - Introduction
03:08 - The key insight
08:00 - The photo studio of the future
09:44 - Programs and models behind deep fakes
10:58 - How the technology is used today
12:36 - How real is today’s content?
15:29 - The cost of a virtual model
17:13 - Industry benefits
19:28 - Market appetite
23:25 - Evolving tech
25:15 - Unlocking a new wave of creativity
28:38 - Future predictions
30:23 - Keeping up with tech
32:02 - Finding a moat
34:09 - Stacked AI models
35:25 - Running your own GPUs and models
37:33 - Product ideas

Resources:

Find Danny Postma on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dannypostmaa

Headshot Pro, ProfilePicture.Ai plus all of Danny’s projects at: https://www.postcrafts.com/

Find Sinéad Bovell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sineadbovell/?hl=en

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