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🚀 Here is the most impactful AI news today. Enjoy and we wish you an amazing day:

• Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot is now moonlighting as an auto parts picker. The future of warehouse work just got more electric! 🤖🔧

• Microsoft beats the money game but AI jitters spook investors. Even good news can't please Wall Street! 📈😰

• Perplexity's CEO plays dodgeball with the plagiarism definition. It's not copying, it's "inspired borrowing"! 🤹‍♂️📚

• Regal brags about its chatbots. A bold claim from the customer service arena! 🎭💬

• Wonder Dynamics turns videos into 3D scenes. Hollywood magic gets an AI upgrade! 🎬✨

• Bifrost speeds up industrial AI training with 3D data. Making robots learn faster than a caffeinated coder! 🏭⚡

• Betaworks goes all-in on AI apps. Tech incubator catching the AI fever! 🌡️💻

• Everyone's fighting over how to tame AI's BS machine. The truth wars continue! 🛡️🎭

• AMD stock tumbles as AI dreams meet reality. Investors wanted flying cars, got better processors instead! 📉😅

Microsoft beats expectations, but AI concerns force shares down

Microsoft reported strong quarterly results with revenue up 16% to $65.6 billion and net income rising 11% to $24.7 billion. However, concerns about AI infrastructure spending and lower gross margin outlook for its cloud division caused shares to drop nearly 4% in after-hours trading. Azure cloud revenue grew 34%, and gaming revenue increased 61% due to the Activision Blizzard acquisition. While Microsoft has been aggressive in rolling out AI features under its Copilot brand, investors are seeking more clarity on returns from AI investments, as the company's stock growth of 15% this year lags behind competitors like Meta and Amazon.

Perplexity’s CEO punts on defining ‘plagiarism’

Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas avoided defining "plagiarism" during a TechCrunch Disrupt interview amid legal challenges from News Corp's Dow Jones and the New York Post. The company faces accusations of content replication, with a recent Copyleaks report finding significant paraphrasing of publisher content. Srinivas defended Perplexity's practices, stating they always cite sources and are working with media companies like Time and Fortune through revenue-sharing programs. The platform, reportedly seeking $500 million at an $8 billion valuation, processes 100 million weekly queries and maintains that users primarily seek contextual information rather than daily news consumption.

📔#1 Insights Today on AI. Click the Links to Read

1. Regal claims its customer service chatbots are better than most

2. Wonder Dynamics now lets you go straight from multi-camera video to fully animated 3D scene

3. Bifrost helps industrials speed up model training with its 3D data-generation platform

4. Betaworks focuses on AI applications in its latest Camp

5. Clashing approaches to combat AI’s ‘perpetual bulls**t machine’

6. AMD shares slump as forecast disappoints AI-focused investors

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⬆️ ️ Trends: How Businesses Implement AI

Archon Emerges from Stealth with AI-Powered 'Antibody Cages' to Transform Drug Development

A new star has emerged in the biotechnology firmament. Archon Biosciences, freshly out of stealth mode with $20 million in seed funding, is revolutionizing drug development with an ingenious solution to a longstanding problem in molecular biology: how to make antibody treatments more effective.

The company represents the first spinout from the prestigious Baker Lab at the University of Washington, led by recent Nobel Prize winner David Baker, whose groundbreaking work in computational biology and AI-driven protein design has helped shape the field. Archon's innovation builds on this foundation with a remarkable twist.

At the heart of their breakthrough are "antibody cages" (AbCs), ingenious protein structures that could fundamentally change how we approach drug development. Think of these cages as sophisticated molecular scaffolds that can hold multiple antibodies together. While a single antibody might have only a small chance of binding to its target, Archon's dodecahedral cages can host a dozen antibodies at once, dramatically improving their effectiveness.

"We understand why many past attempts to drug certain targets have failed in the clinic," explains James Lazarovits, Archon's co-founder and CEO. "These key disease levers are at our fingertips, but we lack the tools to safely and effectively engage them." The company's solution combines AI-driven protein design with rapid in-house manufacturing and testing capabilities.

What makes Archon's approach particularly promising is its practicality. Their antibody cages can be produced using existing protein and antibody manufacturing methods, eliminating the need for exotic new production techniques. This could significantly smooth the path from laboratory to clinical application.

The startup's potential has attracted serious attention from investors. The $20 million seed round was led by Madrona Ventures, with participation from an impressive roster of investors including DUMAC Inc., Sahsen Ventures, and others. This comes on top of $7 million in grants from various institutes and government agencies, underlining the scientific community's confidence in their approach.

Based in Seattle alongside its academic origins at UW and Baker Lab, Archon represents a perfect synthesis of cutting-edge AI technology and molecular biology. Their work could open new possibilities in treating diseases that have thus far resisted traditional antibody therapies, potentially transforming how we develop and deliver life-saving medications.

⚡ AI Playground: Code & Craft

🔧 This Week’s Tool: Midjourney

MidJourney is an advanced AI tool specializing in generative tasks, particularly focused on visual creativity and artwork creation. It allows users to generate high-quality, AI-powered images through text prompts. This makes it highly useful for designers, marketers, and creatives looking to streamline idea generation or create visuals with minimal effort.

Why Is It Better Than Other Tools?

• Easy to Use: MidJourney’s user-friendly interface enables anyone to generate images with simple text prompts—no advanced design or technical skills needed.

• Adaptable to Personal Data: Users can refine outputs by iterating on prompts, making the tool flexible for personal and professional projects.

• Accessible: It works entirely through platforms like Discord, meaning you don’t need to install specialized software.

What Does It Do Best?

MidJourney excels at creating unique, highly detailed visual content from minimal input. It offers:

• Stunning artistic visuals, such as surreal scenes, realistic portraits, and conceptual designs.

• Rapid prototyping for visual ideas, making it ideal for brainstorming sessions or marketing creatives.

• Adaptability for varied styles—be it photography, digital art, sketches, or abstract compositions.

Applications

• Graphic Design: Create logos, posters, and branding assets quickly.

• Marketing & Advertising: Generate eye-catching visuals for campaigns.

• Storytelling & Concept Art: Visualize scenes for books, films, or presentations.

• Creative Exploration: Experiment with different artistic styles and concepts.

• Social Media Content: Produce engaging visuals tailored for Instagram, Twitter, or blogs.

Follow this simple guide to get started with MidJourney and create an incredible AI-generated image of you and your friends at your favorite location.

Step 1: Create a Discord Account (if you don’t have one)

1. Go to discord.com and click "Login" or "Register".

2. Enter your email, username, and password to create a free account.

3. Verify your email address to complete the registration.

Step 2: Join the MidJourney Discord Server

1. Once logged into Discord, visit the MidJourney invite link: https://discord.gg/midjourney.

2. Click "Accept Invite" to join the MidJourney server.

3. You’ll be added to the MidJourney Discord, where you can start generating images.

Step 3: Upload Your Photo (With Your Friends)to Discord

1. Go to a “newbie” channel (e.g., #newbies-1) where you can enter commands.

2. Drag and drop your photo (or your friends’ photo) into the chat box.

3. When the image appears in the chat, right-click on it and select "Copy Link".

   • You’ll use this link in your prompt.

Step 3: Start Generating Images

1. On the MidJourney server, look for a "newbie" or "beginner" channel (e.g., #newbies-1).

2. Type your command in the chat:

   • The command starts with /imagine followed by your text prompt.

3. Example prompt:

/imagine me and my friends sitting on the beach in Bali at sunset, enjoying drinks and smiling. Realistic, vibrant colors, happy mood. (paste the link) 

Step 5: Wait for the AI to Create Your Image

• After you type your prompt, MidJourney will process it.

• The bot will provide four versions of the image in about 60 seconds.

Step 6: Refine the Image

1. Choose the image you like by clicking "U1", "U2", "U3", or "U4" to upscale your preferred option.

2. If you'd like to try variations, click "V1", "V2", "V3", or "V4" to get more similar options.

Step 7: Download and Share Your Image

1. Right-click the final image and choose "Save Image" to download it.

2. Share your masterpiece with friends or post it on social media!

Now It’s Your Turn! 🎉

Ready to bring your dream moments to life? Upload your best photos and create unforgettable scenes with AI! Whether it’s you and your friends on a tropical beach or a café in Paris, the possibilities are endless.

Send us your favorite creations for a chance to win our MidJourney Challenge! 🏆✨
Let’s go and create with AI—your next masterpiece awaits! 🚀

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