Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly newsletter designed to keep you in the loop on recent developments in AI, XR & NFTs ! 

On this edition: 

• AI News: Meta AI's generative speech model, Midjourney v5.2 "Zoom Out", ChatGPT Plus Browsing Mode
• NFT News: Azuki's New Collection Elementals, Yuga Labs New Spin-off Game, World of Women x FC Barcelona Collab
• XR Spotlight: AR Artist visualize.mee
• A curated list of 5 AI tools you won't want to miss!

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AI Trends and News

1. Meta Unveils Voicebox

Meta has recently released Voicebox, an all-in-one generative speech model. Voicebox is a game-changer, offering support for six languages and the ability to perform tasks beyond its training. With features like noise removal, content editing, style conversion, and text-to-speech synthesis, Voicebox promises to revolutionize the world of AI-generated speech.

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2. Midjourney v5.2: Uncover Hidden Details and Explore a Wider Perspective

Midjourney v5.2 has been released, featuring a groundbreaking AI feature that allows users to "Zoom Out" of any photo. This update empowers users to uncover hidden details and explore a wider perspective, enhancing landscapes, and capturing breathtaking vistas like never before.

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3. Unlocking paywalled articles for ChatGPT Plus users.

ChatGPT Plus users now have access to Browsing Mode, which enables them to navigate through paywalled articles. This feature allows users to bypass restrictions and access valuable content without being hindered by subscription barriers.

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What’s New in NFTs? 

1. Azuki Expands With New Ethereum NFT Collection, Elementals.  

Azuki announced their new NFT collection during the Azuki Event in Las Vegas.
The Azuki Elementals collection will go on sale via Dutch auction today, with a starting price of 2 $ETH per NFT.

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2. Yuga Labs Announces the ‘HV-MTL Forge’ Bored Ape Spin-Off Game

Yuga Labs, the creators of the popular Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT collection, has revealed an exciting new spin-off game called 'HV-MTL Forge'. This game expands on the Bored Ape universe, offering players a unique and immersive gaming experience.
Season 1 starts on June 29th

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3. World of Women and FC Barcelona Join Forces to Empower Women in Football with Masterpiece Tribute

World of Women (WoW) has announced an exciting partnership with FC Barcelona, the Champions League and Liga F winners. This collaboration brings together two powerhouses to celebrate women's football and empowerment. As part of this partnership, WoW introduces Masterpiece #2 - Empowerment by artist Rhi, paying tribute to the indomitable spirit of Alexia Putellas. This curated masterpiece showcases the extraordinary talent and resilience of women in football.

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XR Spotlight

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Discover the very talented AR artist @visualize.mee and her AR Lens «Art Fashioned».

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Useful AI Tools 🔨

• Prezo: Your AI copilot to make stunning presentations.
• Wanda: Turn long-form content into social media posts.
• Avaturn: Transform your selfie into a highly realistic and customizable 3D avatar.
• Hourone: AI Video Generator for businesses.
• Uizard: Text to design

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Stay tuned for our next issue, where we'll continue to bring you the latest updates from the worlds of AI, XR & NFTs. 

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