The Artificial Intelligence Show #142: ChatGPT’s New Image Generator, Studio Ghibli Craze and Backlash, Gemini 2.5, OpenAI Academy, 4o Updates, Vibe Marketing & xAI Acquires X
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Apr 1, 2025 Dive into the latest buzz around ChatGPT's groundbreaking image generator and the Studio Ghibli craze that's stirring up controversy. Discover Google's innovative Gemini 2.5 update and the launch of OpenAI Academy, aimed at boosting AI literacy. The conversation also tackles the rise of 'vibe marketing' and xAI's acquisition of X. Plus, insights into the future of coding, ethical concerns in AI creativity, and Microsoft's new AI tools revolutionizing knowledge work—there’s plenty to ponder!
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Birthday Sign Experiment
- Paul Reitzer tested ChatGPT's new image generation feature for his son's birthday signs.
- It excelled at text but struggled with copyrighted images like Pokémon characters, filtering them after generation.
Democratization of Design
- AI image generation democratizes design, empowering non-designers to create visuals using only words.
- This has significant implications for creative fields, enabling rapid prototyping and altering client expectations.
Studio Ghibli Controversy
- The viral Studio Ghibli style image generation sparked backlash due to copyright concerns.
- OpenAI's apparent exploitation of Japan's copyright laws, where such training is legal, further fuels the controversy.