The Deseret News is highlighting various events and activities happening in Utah in August, including the Kimball Arts Festival on Main Street in Park City, which features over 220 artists, live music, and food. Additionally, Sarah Gambles, an audience and express editor at Deseret News, will cover breaking news, pop culture, and Taylor Swift-related topics during this time.
Stability AI Plans Spotify-Style Licensing System for Artists
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Stability AI is embroiled in a lawsuit with Getty Images over allegations of photo theft, but the company claims to be developing a platform that would enable copyright holders to license their work to AI model developers. CEO Prem Akkaraju revealed plans for a Spotify-type system, where artists can voluntarily upload their content and receive payment when it's used for AI training, in an interview with the Financial Times.
Hong Kong artists Tsang Kin-wah and Mark Chung are the first to exhibit at the Yalu River Art Museum in Dandong, a city on the China-North Korea border. The museum, founded by Ji Dahai in 2006, has become an unlikely magnet for contemporary artists and art lovers from around the world due to its unique location just 500 meters from North Korean soil.
The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) is showcasing a mini display featuring objects from its collection, including a Qing dynasty porcelain vase, a costume from The Sleeping Beauty, and a handmade quilt from Wales. The exhibit celebrates past creators and their influence on fashion, design, film, art, and creativity today, reflecting the museum's founder Catherine's love of nature and educational development in young children.
Velvet Sundown's Secret: AI-Generated Music Sparks Debate
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The rise of AI song generators like Suno and Udio is sparking debate about transparency in the music industry. The emergence of a fictitious band called Velvet Sundown, which uses AI-generated music, lyrics, and album art, raises questions about how creators should disclose their use of technology to their audience. As AI becomes increasingly used in music production, some people may be curious to know whether they're listening to 100% human-created content or not.
The rise of AI song generators like Suno and Udio is sparking debate about transparency in the music industry. The emergence of a fictitious band called Velvet Sundown, which uses AI-generated music, lyrics, and album art, raises questions about how creators should disclose their use of technology to their audience. As AI becomes increasingly used in music production, some people may be curious to know whether they're listening to 100% human-created content or not. Streaming service Deezer has started flagging AI-generated songs on its platform, using in-house technology to detect subtle patterns found in AI-created audio. Some users can check if a song is human-made or generated by AI using third-party services like IRCAM Amplify, which can provide probabilities of 81.8% to 98%. However, experts warn that there's no foolproof way to determine the authenticity of content as AI technology improves rapidly, making it increasingly challenging to distinguish between real and synthetic music. The emergence of Velvet Sundown, a rock group that utilizes AI-generated music, lyrics, and album art, has sparked controversy over the authenticity of its creative process. Critics argue that the band's reliance on technology raises questions about transparency with their audience, who may be misled into believing that human artists are behind the music. This debate is particularly relevant in the context of the music industry, where the line between human creativity and AI-generated content is becoming increasingly blurred.
Aya Takano's Ethereal Visions Expand Human Perspective
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Aya Takano, a rising star in the global contemporary art scene, has emerged with ethereal visions that blend cheerful beauty and symbolism with a spiritual undercurrent. Her work offers a poetic counterpoint to the dominant anthropocentric worldview, hinting at an expanded awareness of humanity's place in the world through her spellbinding tableaux.
Evanston's First Busker Fest Takes Central Street by Storm
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Evanston is launching its first-ever Busker Fest on Central Street in September, featuring over 25 performers showcasing a range of talents. The event aims to bring "the weird and the wacky" to the street, with applications now being accepted from all types of performers.
Nusantara Congress Showcases Indonesian Culture and Innovation
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The Nusantara Capital Authority is hosting a congress in North Penajam Paser, East Kalimantan, to showcase Indonesia's cultural richness and innovation. The event features a culture exhibition with local culinary products, MSMEs' superior products, and a photo exhibition on Indonesia's fight for independence. A fashion show and exhibition, "Eco Fashion Nusantara," will also be held, highlighting sustainable creations by Indonesian designers. Additionally, the Nusantara Sumpit Festival showcases Kalimantan's local traditions through cultural attractions and competitions. The congress aims to support the development of the new capital and foster collaboration between the diaspora and Indonesia in various fields, with a focus on creating an inclusive and sustainable global city for all.