#104 - Llama 3.1, Meta's New AI Empire

"The AI Revolution Marches On: Llama 3.1 and Meta's Open-Source Vision"

...Yes I had some editing trouble.....only within the first 20 seconds ha

In this episode, we dive into the latest developments in the AI world, with a focus on Meta's groundbreaking release of Llama 3.1. We explore Mark Zuckerberg's vision for an open-source AI future, drawing parallels to the Linux model and discussing the potential impact on small businesses and individual users. The episode kicks off with our new segment "Blunders of AI," highlighting a Reddit post where Gemini AI miscalculated marathon pace times. We then spotlight our Creator of the Week, Othingstodo, praising their anime-inspired artwork that captures serene natural scenes.

Our small news segment is packed with exciting updates: we showcase a mesmerizing video of AI-generated waterfall imagery responding to a dancer's movements, and discuss Igor's comprehensive rankings of AI video generators, with Gen-3 alpha taking the top spot. We touch on the launch of GPT-40 Mini and user reactions, noting a trend towards Claude. Adobe Illustrator's new Generative Fill Vectors feature is highlighted for its potential to revolutionize vector design and logo creation. The episode concludes with an in-depth look at Llama 3.1, dissecting Zuckerberg's interview with Rowan Cheung and considering the implications of Meta's open-source approach for the future of AI development and accessibility.