The Art of Reality

Friends of the Metaverse: #027

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Lisa M. Lum
May 05, 2023

Hey there, digital trendsetters and tech-savvy explorers! Friends of the Metaverse welcomes you to the ultimate weekly source of tech news where we explore the rise of mixed reality and the latest advancements in technology, from web3, AI, and the metaverse to everything in between.

It's Friday, and we've saved the best for last:

  • Countdown to Apple WWDC 2023

  • A roundup of the week's news

  • The scoop on upcoming tech events

  • Our favorite new AI tools

  • Plus, our AI pic of the week

It’s time to discover the future!👇

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🍎 31 Days Until Apple WWDC 2023

Apple's highly anticipated AR/VR mixed reality headset, dubbed the "Reality Pro," is expected to be introduced at WWDC 2023 on June 5th. The device, said to be Apple's most complex product, will reportedly cost $3,000. The headset is reportedly in the final stages of production and will be powered by Apple's M2 chipset. It will run native iPad apps and have support for in-air typing, spatial audio, and a 4K micro-LED display. The headset will be equipped with a dozen cameras and sensors that track the user's head and body. A less-expensive second-generation model, called the "Reality One," is said to be in development.

🟥 Season of Innovation 2023

Friends of the Metaverse are excited to announce their first event - SEASON OF INNOVATION - taking place on December 7-8, 2023. We're on the lookout for some awe-inspiring speakers and innovative partners to join us in making this event an absolute sensation. Are you bursting with groundbreaking ideas and want to share them with the world? Or maybe you're a dynamic partner with a passion for cutting-edge technology? Either way, we want to hear from you! Get in touch so you don't miss this extraordinary opportunity.

📰 Weekly Top Reads on Web3 and AI

  • Paris’ Centre Pompidou Museum Opens Its First NFT Exhibition (link)

  • William Shatner Warps Into Web3 With ‘Infinite Connections’ NFT Release (link)

  • Adidas and Pharrell Release Digital Clothing for Doodles NFT Holders (link)

  • Mastercard launches Web3 user verification solution to curb bad actors (link)

  • Why The Microsoft-Activision Deal Failing May Be Good for Web3 (link)

  • Sports Illustrated Embraces Ethereum for NFT Event Tickets (link)

  • Sotheby's Launches On-Chain Secondary NFT Marketplace (link)

  • Fidelity Doubles Down on Metaverse With Financial Literacy Experience (link)

  • Meta partners with Puma to launch new Avatar outfits (link)

  • Adidas Is Bringing Web3 Into Its Confirmed App (link)

  • The World’s Richest Man, Bernard Arnault, Owns NFTs (link)

  • Universal Studios, The Metaverse, And The Future Of Theme Parks (link)

  • Redfin Launches ChatGPT Plugin to Help People Find Their Next Home (link)

  • Star Wars Limited Edition 'Digital Toy' NFTs Land on Flow (link)

  • So You Know What NFTs Are, but How About xNFTs? (link)

  • Alibaba Cloud, Avalanche partner to deploy metaverses on the blockchain (link)

  • Camino Network launches mainnet​​ of its Web3 travel ecosystem​​ (link)

🌎️ Upcoming Web3 Events

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🚀 AI Tools (Our Top Picks)

The future of AI is here! Our database and it has now has reached over 600+ AI tools that can assist with writing, photography, images, sales, audio, music, and more! Here are some of these amazing AI tools that are revolutionizing work and saving countless hours. Explore the amazing power of AI and discover the potential of these incredible tools.

  • Guidde : Create beautiful video documentation for your customers or employees.

  • Monterey v1.0 - Copilot for product insights.

  • Box adds AI features to its cloud storage service for enterprises.

  • Jasper brand voice - Combine the power of AI with your brand’s unique tone and style.

  • Holly : AI-powered virtual recruiter that finds you amazing candidates.

  • Amy - Crypto.com’s AI-powered user companion.

  • Simbla - Create custom-tailored CRM with a revolutionary AI platform.

  • July - Automate your entire creator business.

🖼️ AI Image of the Week

Prompt: an interior apartment at night with many balconies, in the style of colorful figures, repetition and accumulation, brutalism, detailed crowd scenes, minimalistic portraits, birds-eye-view, bold primary colors

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🎬 That’s a wrap!

I’ll be back next Friday with more awesome content. Don’t miss it! 🤩