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Former music piracy platform LimeWire launches AI creator program

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2 years ago

August 30, 2023

LimeWire, a former file-sharing program notorious for facilitating the distribution of pirated music during the early 2000s, has taken a transformative step into the Web3 era.

The platform, now underpinned by the Polygon blockchain, is introducing a cutting-edge creator studio that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enable users to craft innovative content.

The creator studio’s initial application revolves around image generation, empowering users to either craft new images from scratch or enhance existing ones using a variety of AI models.

According to Marcus Feistl, the Chief Operating Officer of LimeWire, the platform is set to elevate its offerings even further.

In the upcoming months, LimeWire will roll out an extensive library of melodies, beats, and songs that users can leverage to compose AI-generated music.

Initially, this musical content will be sourced from partner platforms and LimeWire’s proprietary collection, gradually opening up for musicians to upload their own compositions.

The core innovation of the LimeWire creator studio lies in its integration with the Polygon blockchain.

Every creation emerging from the studio will be minted as unique tokens on the blockchain.

A novel revenue-sharing mechanism has been devised, distributing earnings between the original content uploader and the AI-generated content’s creator.

Specifically, artists are poised to receive a portion of the advertising revenue that accumulates on LimeWire, which will be paid out in LMWR tokens, the platform’s native cryptocurrency, contingent on the viewership their content garners.

Furthermore, these content pieces can be traded as non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the LimeWire secondary market, with creators entitled to royalties, currently denominated in USDC, based on the trading volume.

To maintain an equitable ecosystem, LimeWire introduces a system where creators can restrict access to their content, requiring fans to subscribe with a monthly fee in USDC.

All earnings from these various streams are channelled into creators’ LimeWire accounts and can be withdrawn at their convenience.

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SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

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14 hours ago

December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.

Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.

Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.

Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.

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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

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14 hours ago

December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.

Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.

Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.

As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.

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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos

Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

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14 hours ago

December 12, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.

Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.

The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.

Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.

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