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Date Published
Author
Nikolaj Buhl
Word count
1030
Language
English
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None

Summary

OpenAI is advancing the realm of text-to-image generation with the introduction of DALL-E 3, announced by Sam Altman in September 2023. This model builds on its predecessors, DALL-E 2 and ChatGPT, and aims to eliminate the complexities of prompt engineering by offering precise and nuanced image generation from textual descriptions. Supported by Microsoft, OpenAI is leveraging the popularity of ChatGPT to maintain its leading position in the face of competition from Google and others. DALL-E 3 integrates ethical considerations, incorporating safety measures to prevent the creation of harmful or misleading content, and employs a provenance classifier to distinguish AI-generated images, underscoring OpenAI's commitment to transparency. The release of DALL-E 3 is planned for early October, initially available to ChatGPT Plus and Enterprise customers, with a phased rollout to research labs and through an API service. OpenAI's focus on ethical AI is demonstrated through collaborations with domain experts to rigorously test the model for biases, reinforcing its role as a responsible tool in image generation.