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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:
A roundup of the week's news
Only 3 weeks until Season of Innovation 2023
Our favorite new AI tools
Plus, our AI pic of the week
The Metaverse could be worth $5 TRILLION by the end of the decade. It’s time to discover the future!👇
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📰 Weekly Top Reads on Web3 and AI
Roblox: Insights From Our Latest Digital Expression, Fashion & Beauty Trends Report (link)
Silicon Valley’s Big, Bold Sci-Fi Bet on the Device That Comes After the Smartphone (link)
AI robotics’ ‘GPT moment’ is near (link)
Meta Strikes Deal to Return to China After 14 Years (link)
Microsoft’s Chris Young on Bringing AI to Main Street (link)
SBI unveils Digital Space fund of up to $660m, including web3, metaverse (link)
AI, the Metaverse and 3D Billboards: the Tech These CMOs Are Most Excited About (link)
Game7 says Asia is a hub for Web3 game development while U.S. dominates funding (link)
Disney Reveals NFT Platform With Dapper Labs, Including Star Wars and Pixar (link)
Airbnb acquires AI startup for just under $200 million (link)
Boss makes gaming debut with fragrance-themed island on Fortnite (link)
How Brands Can Successfully Engage Gen-Z In The Metaverse (link)
Apple Vision Pro Onboarding Videos Unearthed in visionOS Beta 6 (link)
NHL hockey gives the term 'NFT' the cold shoulder with launch of digital collectibles (link)
Microsoft Ignite 2023: AI transformation and the technology driving change (link)
Meta launches AI-based video editing tools (link)
Crate & Barrel Simultaneously Opens Its New Flagship Location And Virtual Store (link)
DeepMind and YouTube release Lyria, a gen-AI model for music, and Dream Track to build AI tunes (link)
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Season of Innovation 2023 | December 7 · Virtual Event
Make your move now and join us at Season of Innovation 2023! It's time to experience the connections powered by AI, the latest ideas, the conversations, and everything in between that’ll give you the very best shot to win BIG in your business. 3 weeks to go until Season of Innovation 2023 - Secure your spot to unveil the best in tech!
🚀 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.
Slay School - Turn lectures into Anki card instantly.
Company Craft - AI-boosted business plan for your business ideas.
Image AI search - Search ecommerce products by an image.
Room AI advice - Get personalized advice from the world's first AI interior designer.
Typedream - Launch your website in minutes with AI.
SEC filings AI - Fast-track reading reports from your favorite stocks in one click.
QnA by Notion AI - Instant answers using info across your workspace.
Dynamic by Fal - Real-time image generation with rough drawings.
Polywork AI - Use your LinkedIn to generate a personal site in seconds.
🖼️ AI Image of the Week
Prompt: robots in a whimsical rover on the surface of the moon, christmas decorations on the rover
Image credit: d1m0nd.
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🎬 That’s a wrap!
I’ll be back next Friday with more awesome content. Don’t miss it! 🤩