Risk Averse Tech 2023 Year in Review

The future of AI memes is here

Dear Fellow Meme Lovers:

We are Risk Averse Technology Company or R.A.T.C for short. We love memes and we love AI, so… we had the bold idea to put them together and Meme Creator was born. You probably haven’t heard of us yet, but we have been cooking all year on some spicy stuff. 🌶️ Here is our end of the year wrap up!

In this inaugural newsletter, we are covering..

Let's dive into the exciting year that was 2023!

Before we do, we want to build a global community of meme lovers and creators, and urge you to join the official Meme Creator discord! We are a friendly bunch and want to share memes with you! Come say hello!

🗞️2023: A LANDMARK YEAR IN AI BREAKTHROUGHS🗞️

In the whirlwind year of 2023, Artificial Intelligence (AI) leaped from the shadows of tech labs into the dazzling spotlight of our daily lives and boardrooms, spinning a new web of possibilities. It was a year when AI threw off its training wheels, racing ahead with the flair of a seasoned virtuoso.

The stars of the show were undoubtedly the large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4. These digital maestros sang a new tune in language understanding and generation, orchestrating conversations with a human-like finesse that was nothing short of a symphony. With their debut, industries from customer service to content creation and even the intricate world of programming, danced to a new rhythm, unlocking doors to uncharted territories. In essence, 2023 was not just another year in the AI saga; it was the year AI turned from a promising script into an Oscar-worthy performance, captivating audiences far and wide.

GPT-4: This was the latest iteration of OpenAI's large language models, following GPT-3. GPT-4 featured improvements in language understanding and generation, making it the most capable and versatile LLM ever released, at least so far!

ChatGPT Plugins: ChatGPT incorporated plugins, significantly enhancing its capabilities. These plugins allow ChatGPT to interact with external applications and services, offering functionalities beyond its initial design. For example, the Expedia plugin can assist with travel planning, while “Open Table” can help with restaurant reservations. The availability of these plugins are currently limited to ChatGPT Plus subscribers. Already plugins are evolving into a new form called GPTs. GPTs allow anyone to create custom AIs. These GPTs can be trained to act or behave a certain way or to focus on specific tasks. GPTs also offer actions which enable GPTs to connect to APIs, just like their plugin predecessors.

Midjourney was the preeminent image AI of 2023. Midjourney's Version 5 was released in March and the newly released Version 6 marked significant upgrades in the AI image generation space. Midjourney was not the only image AI in town though, DALL-E 3, the latest iteration of OpenAI's AI image model, was officially announced in September 2023. The model demonstrates a significant leap in AI's ability to understand and create images from textual descriptions and even from uploaded images too.

Elon Musk launched a new AI company, xAI, with the ambitious mission statement “We are guided by our mission to advance our collective understanding of the universe.” One of the first AIs to emerge from xAI is Grok. Grok is an AI integrated into the X platform. Grok is modeled after the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, and answers questions with a bit of wit and even has a rebellious streak.

The French AI startup Mistral AI recently released an opensource AI using nothing more than a torrent link, talk about understated! Open Source for the win!

In our honorable mention of AI breakthroughs, we'd like to tip our hats to an array of pioneering companies making significant strides in the field.  🎩🙌

Hugging Face, Amazon's Bedrock, and Google's Gemini have all made headlines with their innovations. Meta's introduction of LLAMA, Anthropic's contributions, and Langchain's advancements are further shaping the AI landscape. Baidu's ERNIE, Deepmind's cutting-edge research, and AzureOpenAI's integration with Microsoft's cloud services continue to push boundaries.

The creative tools from Fireworks AI, Canva, Pika and Runway are democratizing AI's creative potential. Vertex AI is streamlining AI workflow, while Pinecone and Supabase are offering specialized solutions for vector databases. GitHub Copilot and Cursor are revolutionizing code writing, Bard and Claude are crafting new frontiers in natural language processing, and Perplexity is delving into the complexities of language understanding.

Each of these companies, in their own unique capacity, are contributing to a rapidly evolving AI ecosystem that is increasingly integral to both our digital and physical worlds.

2023 stood as a pivotal year for AI, characterized by significant technological advancements, wider adoption across industries, and a deeper integration into the fabric of society and business. These developments not only demonstrated AI's growing capabilities but also set the stage for future innovations and applications. Bottom line, buckle your seatbelts!  💺🔒

🐸THE TOP MEMES OF 2023🐸

Choosing the top memes is not an easy task, there are just so many memes!

However the following are some of the most well known memes that emerged in 2023! These memes are completely custom created (with Risk Averse Tech tools of course!) versions of these viral memes.

Can you guess them all?

Check at the end of this section for an answer key.

📅RISK AVERSE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY 2023 YEAR IN REVIEW📅

January 18th: Now We Are Six NFT

In January, we began the year by introducing "Now We Are Six" NFTs on the Ethereum blockchain, offering a unique digital collectible experience for fans of this timeless classic. This was a free mint, and the project has minted out.

Now We Are Six Paperback

At the same time as we launched the NFT (Winnie-the-Pooh day), we published the "Now We Are Six" book, becoming one of Amazon's top-selling editions of this classic book, with nearly 600 copies sold in 2023. A testament to the enduring magic of storytelling.

February 19th: EmojAI Web App

In February, we added a playful twist with EmojAI. Transform your words and sentences into emojis! EmojAI brings a lighthearted and fun way to express yourself through emojis, and now, it's even more versatile as it is also incarnated in GPT form.

March 15th: Winnie-the-Pooh Paperback

For those who appreciate the classics, we proudly presented "Winnie-the-Pooh" in paperback form in March, published by RATC on Amazon. It's a heartwarming journey into the Hundred Acre Wood.

March 16th: Winnie-the-Pooh NFT

March brought the transformation of "Winnie-the-Pooh" into NFTs, allowing you to own a digital collectible of this beloved classic on the Ethereum blockchain. These NFTs are a digital tribute to the beloved characters of the Hundred Acre Wood, making them accessible to fans in a new and exciting way.

May 26th: Meme Creator ChatGPT Plugin

May marked a historic moment as we launched the first-ever meme plugin in the ChatGPT store. It's perfect for meme enthusiasts of all levels and backgrounds, offering a fun meme-making experience inside ChatGPT (Note: Plus subscribers only). This plugin revolutionized meme creation within the ChatGPT ecosystem, making it easier and more enjoyable for meme lovers to express themselves and is one of the earliest ever plugins (top 135).

June 10th: NASA Media Explorer ChatGPT Plugin

Connecting the NASA and OpenAI APIs in June was out of this world! Explore NASA's incredible archive of images and videos while engaging in insightful conversations with AI. Discover the wonders of space like never before. The second Risk Averse Tech plugin made available in the ChatGPT store!

August 24th: Original Meme Creator Web App

August brought a game-changer - the Original Meme Creator. Using OpenAI's function calling, you can now create memes directly on the web, no ChatGPT+ subscription required. It's a revolution in meme-making accessibility! Original Meme Creator makes meme-making more accessible than ever before, and its integration with OpenAI's technology brings a new level of creativity to the meme-making process.

September 8th: Premium Tier Meme Creator

For the meme aficionados who can't get enough, our Premium Meme Creator arrived in September. It's a haven for unlimited meme creation and chat storage, ensuring you never lose your meme-worthy moments. Premium Meme Creator caters to serious meme creators, offering unlimited possibilities and the convenience of chat storage for those spontaneous moments of inspiration.

September 24th: Custom Meme Creator Web App

If you're all about personalization, Custom Meme Creator, launched in September, was tailor-made for you. You can upload your own images and add your unique text AND use AI to transform them into hilarious and relatable memes. Custom Meme Creator empowers users to put their personal touch on memes, creating content that truly reflects their sense of humor and style. Mobile friendly!

November 6th: GPTs Galore!

In November, we unveiled a treasure trove of over three dozen GPTs, including gems like Meme Magic, GPT Creator, and Low Effort GPT. These AI companions have been a hit, offering a wealth of creative potential and assistance, catering to various needs within the AI community. Already closing in on 10,000 chats across all GPTs!

November 20th: Magic Meme Creator

Later in November, we introduced the Magic Meme Creator, which harnesses the power of the DALLE3 API to generate memes and images with a unique meme angle. Whether you're a seasoned meme enthusiast or just starting out, this tool is absolute magic! The Magic Meme Creator adds a new layer of creativity to meme-making, bringing your wildest meme dreams to life.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a fantastic start to 2024!🎁

Warmest regards,

Jaz and the team at R.A.T.C.

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Friendly reminder we would love for you to join our discord. We will be doing Amazon gift card giveaways for top memes in 2024 so come say hello and share a meme!