Open-Source AI Tools for Skyrocketing Efficiency, Productivity and Adaptability ⚡️
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By Maxi & Otzai (our futuristic AI cavemen)
In Today’s Caveminds Journey…
⚡️ Open Source Renaissance? This is how you cut costs, grow faster, build better
👁️🗨️ How to cut 30% + of time and expenses in video editing with Track Anything
🐶 Expand the boundaries of content creation for your business with Bark
🛟 Decide what information you want your AI to share with NeMo Guardrails
🤩 Save HOURS$$ by using our amazing AI tools curation of this week
Read Time: 10 minutes / AI Rabbit Hole Deep Dive: Unlimited Time / Execution Time: 30 mins
Recently we’ve been hearing a lot about voiced open-source development, and it’s starting to feel like we’re in the middle of a new open-source renaissance.
In a short burst of time, Meta released SAM and DINOv2, Stability AI released StableLM, Together just did its thing with RedPajama, and so many other releases that it would be impossible to compress them all in this issue.
A week in AI feels like a decade in any other industry. And after all, what’s the point of vomiting out an infinite list of news and updates?
We’re bringing the 🔥 to these Future Friday and Deep Dive editions, so that you get the menu that will have a real impact on your business.
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So, let’s begin! And call Mufasa cause you know it’s Friday-daaay🎶
TOP AI NEWS AND WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
So, touching on our main topic of today here, are we living an open-source renaissance?
A time when collaboration and transparency are chiseled into the very foundation of our technological advancements?
As we gather around the virtual fire, I want to share my thoughts on the fascinating world of open-source models and how they can impact our businesses.
So let’s cut to the chase and start with this question:
How does your business stand with respect to open-source models?
It shouldn't come as a surprise that open source is the go-to when utilizing generative models, even among businesses and their proprietary offerings…
According to the Zeitgeist, most companies do not have the resources or mandate to create their own generative models, so they rely on third parties.
As of today, a staggering 41% of companies work with open-source models. And 72% of companies are looking to increase their investment in AI each year for the next three years.
Oh and btw, I took the main nuggets from this report with pdfgpt.io. I highly recommend this app if you don’t want to pay another monthly subscription, and just plug-in an API key. Thank me later 😉
– Cool story bro, now tell me why should I care about these numbers.
If you want to really be part of the AI dance, it's better to start considering what kind of tech stack you’ll be developing for your team and your clients.
Open-source models provide a strong set of advantages, starting with more control and cheaper development costs.
– Okay, keep going, I hear you…
Even more, at the speed at which open source is gaining traction, there's a good chance that you'll find the solution you need or even make a significant breakthrough by leveraging existing resources out there.
As Matt Welsh, CEO and co-founder of fixie.ai said for The Cognitive Revolution Podcast:
“My expectation is that we’re going to see an onslaught of these that give us that freedom to go and deploy our own models, and not have to rely on third party providers.”
Companies looking to build their own generative models benefit from greater control but incur greater costs from data collection, compute, and hiring machine learning experts to train and deploy them.
They also require more in-house expertise to deploy and fine-tune. 🥵
If you’re reading Caveminds.com, you're probably always looking for ways to stand out in a crowded market.
—So what else you can get from it?
⭐️ By contributing to open-source projects or using open-source components in your product, you not only build a loyal customer base but also open doors to valuable partnerships and collaborations in the open-source ecosystem.
So let’s have a look at some of the most impressive open-source projects that came up just in the last few days, and why you should implement them in your business.
👁️🗨️ Track Anything
Oh boy, I just came across this mind-blowing tech called "track anything," and let me tell you, you’ll feel like “Steph Curry with the shot, chef, curry with the pot, boy." 🔥🏀
This bad boy can segment out individual characters or objects in videos, making editing a breeze.
You can effortlessly remove unwanted objects from your marketing videos, or maybe even magically replace your grumpy employees with smiling ones (kidding, or am I?). Just imagine the possibilities for you business owners out there!
So here's the deal: with this "track anything" tool, your design team could save a whopping 50% of time on segmenting and removing objects, and 40% on video inpainting.
Plus, you'll get a sweet 10% time-saving bonus by integrating it into your workflow. And let's not forget about the moolah you'll save – we're talking potentially about a 30% reduction in outsourcing expenses!
So, in a nutshell, this tool is your team's ticket to skyrocketing efficiency, productivity, and a healthier bottom line.
So, do me a favor, and let’s honor the purpose of this newsletter.
Go and apply this with your team right away! You won't believe the impact it could have on your business.
🐶 Bark
This open-source gem called Bark, I've got to say, it's like fire to a cold, dark cave! 🔥
What sets Bark apart from the rest is its ability to add nuances like sighs, laughs, and even make your text sing! It can also switch languages while maintaining accents, which is quite impressive.
It can switch languages and maintain accents (I mean, chef's kiss 🤌).
I tried it myself and let me tell you, I was LAUGHING HARD when Bark nailed that Spanish accent while speaking English, I almost spilled my coffee! ☕️🤣
📣📣 This versatile tool offers a variety of voices and adds speech quirks, making it perfect for spicing up your business communications, from marketing emails to sales pitches.
Give Bark a try, and you'll be amazed at how it can bring a fresh, engaging touch to your business content. I can definitely see sooo many businesses making huge leaps with this technology available and open-sourced, sooner or later.
You better be one of the first movers in your market! 🏃🏃♀️
Now, let's address the elephant in the room
— Or should I say mammoth? 🦣
All these models are wonderful, but just like anything else, adopting open-source models comes with its own set of challenges, including security concerns, intellectual property protection, and quality assurance.
As founders and business owners, you need to treat the integration of open-source models as a risk management strategy.
To do this, start by evaluating the security implications of the open-source models you're considering.
Make sure you're aware of any vulnerabilities and have a plan in place to address them.
Protect your intellectual property by setting clear guidelines for how your proprietary code and data are handled when working with open-source components.
Ensure the quality and stability of the open-source models by thoroughly testing and vetting them before integrating them into your operations.
Too many risk that got you already freaking out? 😱
You may need some guardrails, mate 😉
🛟 NeMo Guardrails
After a sneak peek at Nvidia's new open-source software, NeMo Guardrails, let me tell you, it's a game-changer. This bad boy acts like a bouncer for your AI chatbot, adding a customizable set of rules to keep things in check. ✅
It's like having your own AI bodyguard at the entrance to your business, making sure only the right questions get through (we all know we need one of those!).
What's even better is that it works with any large language model, and it's as easy to set up spreading butter on warm toast. 🧈🍞
For all you business owners and founders out there, imagine being able to filter out irrelevant or sensitive questions before they even reach your AI assistant! — None of us want our chatbots giving instructions to our customers on how to make the next atomic bomb, right? 💣🚨
If you’re still hesitant about how to practically apply this tool in your business, just ask GPT-4!!
Come on!! By now you have to have read our Deep Dive on how to Master ChatGPT Prompting to Scale Your D2C Team With 10X Growth. — It’s absolute 🔥
And no, I’m not exaggerating. 🫰🫰
This is what GPT-4 replied when we asked about the applicable use cases of Guardrails for businesses 👇
So, what’s your move?
Yeah, I know that you may be thinking:
— Why are you sharing the approaches of these tech mammoths that amass hundreds of billions in their balance sheets? That’s not even applicable to my business.
Maybe they’re not the same for your young and fast-growing business.
Still, surely there are one or two things to consider from these game tactics —well, maybe not from Grandpa's slow release, and yes, I’m talking about Google. 👴
Especially for those in the D2C, software, and agency spaces, it's essential to strike the right balance between innovation and sustainability.
So why not adopt a strategy that combines Microsoft's daring approach with Amazon's adaptability?
Moreover, you can be bold in experimenting with AI implementation, and adopt Meta’s strategy of open-sourcing, lowering costs, benefiting from open collaboration, and accelerating innovation, while building trust and a solid brand. 🫡 Not bad, huh?
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Rockin' Blocks since Prehistoric Times: Tetris, GPT-4, and AR 🔥🕹️
Who knew mixing augmented reality, Tetris, and GPT-4 could be more addictive than our morning coffee? The AR x AI possibilities are endless. And this is just the beginning…
The future's so bright, I need to wear my Augmented Reality shades! 😎
🕹️ Game on, developers!
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Come on, fellow founder. It’s time to leverage AI-powered technology to transform your business and take it to the next level—all with a touch of digital magic! I hope this sparks your imagination. Can't wait to see Flintstones-themed hoodies flying off the (digital) shelves!
AI TOOLS OF THE WEEK
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Conquer the Inbox Jungle
I’m cavelovin’ this AI-powered email tool.
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I mean, think about all the time we spend drafting and re-drafting the same email over and over again.
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Marc-et Your Business with this Long-Term Memory Mammoth
As someone who manages multiple projects, having a tool that remembers my business goals and context will be a game-changer.
Having a tool like this that provides personalized support without having to start from scratch in every conversation is a game changer. 👉 https://memorygpt.io/
AI MEME OF THE WEEK
Struggling to differentiate between the hundreds of AI models, or even feeling like they are all the same? Welcome to the club, my friend. 🤝
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