Exploring the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Creative Industries
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prevalent across many sectors, with the creative industries being no exception.
Every day, AI is being used to generate content, analyse data, and automate routine tasks, and its impact on the creative industries is expected to grow rapidly over the coming years. Many practitioners across music, film, design and gaming are already using AI technologies to push the boundaries of what we previously thought possible.
As the music industry evolves, BIMM is equipping its students to thrive in a dynamic future where AI and creativity seamlessly collaborate. To achieve this, we’ve joined forces with leading global AI companies and innovators.
DAACI is a developer of next-generation smart and AI creative music tools, offering a range of patented technologies that empower music creators to address the increasing demand for personalised music.
Musiio by SoundCloud combines industry-leading AI technology with specialist music knowledge to solve a range of problems facing catalogue owners. They automate tagging, supercharge search and provide highly detailed music analysis and reports.
RoEx’s mission is to streamline and enhance the creative process for musicians of all skill levels. By harnessing the power of AI, they have created innovative tools that transform the way music is produced.
Voice-Swap is a platform that allows anyone to transform their singing voice using AI, with artists receiving royalties for the use of their AI voices. Every model is created using training data recorded from scratch specifically for Voice-Swap.
Pixelynx is developing an ecosystem of products that will help artists and fans express their ideas, showcase their fandom and connect in new ways. Their approach is centered around interactive and interoperable formats.
SoundLabs provides the opportunity to transform your voice into any voice instantly, giving endless opportunities for creation.
“AI will change the ways in which we learn and teach – we will bring together staff, students and industry to understand how to navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.”
The primary aim of BIMM University AI_Labs is to be a hub of research, exploration, and advancement in applying AI within the Creative Industries. The university intends to unlock new avenues of creativity, efficiency, and expression through rigorous study, experimentation, and collaboration with industry experts.
At its core, AI_Labs is a platform designed to explore the limitless possibilities of artificial intelligence within the realms of creative expression. It is a space where we embark on a journey to discover what AI is and what it can become, particularly in the context of creative output.
We believe the creative industries are on the brink of a transformation like never before. AI_Labs will serve as a springboard for creative endeavours, offering students and lecturers the tools and resources to push the boundaries of music, film, performing arts, and creative technologies.
We will showcase real-world examples of how AI can be harnessed to create astonishing works of art, from composing music that transcends human imagination to crafting visual and narrative experiences that captivate audiences.
AI_Labs is not solely focused on creative innovation; it also serves as a platform for deep ethical reflection. As we venture further into the capabilities of AI, we must diligently investigate the ethical considerations that arise. What obligations do we hold as creators when harnessing this influential technology? How will it impact the future of the creative sector, and what measures can we employ to ensure our creations are ethically sound?
We cannot ignore these questions, and AI_Labs will encourage open discussions and critical thinking on these topics.
There is vast potential for collaboration within AI_Labs. By participating in AI_Labs, students will have opportunities to connect and work with others who share their passion for creativity and AI. This collaborative environment fosters an atmosphere of shared knowledge and ideas, allowing us to collectively push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of creative expression through artificial intelligence technology.
Our mission at AI_Labs is solely dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and creativity. We are not driven by any political agenda but rather focused on exploring the vast potential of AI in conjunction with art and technology.
Our primary goals revolve around unrestricted exploration, learning, and understanding the capabilities of AI within these realms. We are not advocating for the replacement of human artists or diminishing the role of human creativity.
We understand that by rejecting the concept of creative AI, we may lose opportunities to have a broader perspective on the world. Instead, AI_Labs aims to foster collaboration between human artists and AI systems, expanding the possibilities for artistic creation and pushing the boundaries of what is considered possible in the creative field.
By embracing the concept of creative AI, we open ourselves up to a world of possibilities.
