Reply AI Music Contest - Announced the Winner of the First International Competition Connecting AI Technologies With Music and Live Performances
The winner is the production ' Sinvocea' by DeLaurentis, a DJ and producer based in Paris, who incorporated AI into her electronic compositions, utilising AI-generated vocals and real-time processing. A pioneer in the use of AI in music since 2018, DeLaurentis incorporated these tools into her creative process: treating technology as an extension of her voice, she has developed a unique approach where real-time vocal improvisation generates visual shapes and colours, creating a dynamic dialogue between human and machine. Her latest work, Sinvocea, is a visual instrument that explores the intersection of sound and image, transforming performances into ephemeral moments of research and expression. By using AI to "draw" with her voice, she expands the boundaries of live performance and synesthetic creativity.
The contest, centred on the theme " Experience of a Beat", challenged artists to use AI to create immersive performances blending sound, visual art, and audience interaction. The jury — composed of Albertino, Tini Gessler, Nicola Gotti, Fleur Shore, Jacopo Di Cera, DJ Tennis, Damir Ivic, Tessa Nijdam, Heleen Blanken, Ali Demirel, Ale Lippi, Auronda Scalera & Alfredo Cramerotti, Annibale Siconolfi, and Seth Troxler — reviewed over 300 live performance projects from around the world to select five finalists.
The finalists were, I AM JAS, from Barcelona, is a DJ whose sets blend Afrobeat, techno, and experimental sound techniques, with an interest in integrating AI into live mixing; Helang, a DJ and producer based in New York, who combines techno and trance influences with a focus on digital identity and technology; Marco Puccini, a visual artist from Milan, who works with digital media and scenography, using AI tools to build responsive visual environments for live settings and the collective MIRROW, based in Turin, with their project that explores the interaction between algorithmic music generation and visual output in a live performance context
These finalists showcased their AI-integrated live sets on the LAB stage at Kappa FuturFestival, performing on Friday and Saturday from 14:00 to 15:00, with the winner announced at the close of Saturday's event.
' I am very proud and thankful for the recognition. I used AI to produce music for many years and when the opportunity to use AI in real-time came, I took the chance to interact with the AI live, and it became a conversation between my voice and AI generated visuals, which are based on the pitch, tone, volume, speed and vibrato of the sounds I generate. As the equipment is quite complex and fragile, I tend to perform in studios, so this was the first time I performed Sinvocea on stage, in a DJ booth, and to be able to do it at Kappa FuturFestival was incredible' commented DeLaurentis, the winner of the 2025 AIMC.
'The winner and all the finalists of the Reply AI Music Contest demonstrate how Artificial Intelligence can unlock entirely new dimensions of musical expression—innovative, immersive, and deeply emotional—while preserving the human essence ' said Filippo Rizzante, CTO of Reply. 'Generative algorithms are reshaping the creative landscape, not only in what we produce—images, videos, sound—but in how we create. In music, we see live performances as an area with great potential from which hybrid forms will emerge, combining audio with dynamic visual elements. The Reply AI Music Contest serves as a platform to spotlight this evolution, giving emerging talents the chance to explore frontier technologies and build the skills shaping the future of music and live performance.'
At Kappa FuturFestival, we've always embraced innovation and creative experimentation. Partnering with Reply to host the AI Music Contest was a natural extension of our mission to push the boundaries of live performance. This collaboration allowed us to create a unique platform where technology meets artistry, demonstrating how AI can amplify emotional depth and reshape the way audiences experience music." Gianluca Brignone, Partner and Chief Innovation Officer at Kappa FuturFestival.
The AI Music Contest is part of the broader Reply Challenges, a program comprising technological and creative competitions that reflect Reply's commitment to developing innovative educational models that engage with the younger generation. The Reply Challenges community now has over 150,000 participants worldwide.
To see more about the contest, visit aimc: https://challenges.reply.com/challenges/creative/ai-music-contest/home/
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
32 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Huawei's AI Scandal Just Exploded--And Investors Should Be Paying Attention
Huawei is pushing backhard. Over the weekend, its secretive Noah's Ark Lab broke from its usual silence to address accusations that its new AI model, Pangu Pro MoE, borrowed code without proper credit. The model, which runs on Huawei's own Ascend chips (their homegrown answer to Nvidia's GPUs), had its source code picked apart on GitHub, where a group dubbed HonestAGI claimed it spotted unacknowledged code fragments. That post vanished. But another one, titled Pangu's Sorrow, quickly followedalleging that Huawei's team had been under intense pressure to deliver and fell behind domestic rivals in the race. In a rare rebuttal, Huawei said it fully complied with open-source licenses and welcomed technical discussion, not speculation. This isn't just a code reviewit's a window into the internal pressure mounting inside China's AI champions. With Alibaba and DeepSeek making waves and catching investor attention, Huawei's rare public statement signals how high the stakes are becoming. The companylong a symbol of China's tech self-sufficiencynow finds itself on the defensive in one of the hottest battlegrounds: sovereign AI. The fact that Huawei had to respond at all speaks volumes. IP compliance, innovation speed, and trust are no longer soft issuesthey're table stakes in an environment where reputations are earned (or lost) in public. For global investors watching the AI value chainfrom chipmakers like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) to downstream platforms like Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA)this is another flashing signal. The game isn't just about who builds the fastest model. It's also about who's playing fair, who's shipping on time, and who's earning credibility in a world that increasingly demands transparency. As China's AI ecosystem matures, these reputational battles could become just as important as the hardware wars. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
38 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Jericho Energy Ventures and M2 Development Solutions, LLC Form Strategic Partnership to Accelerate U.S. AI Data Center Expansion
TULSA, OK / / July 7, 2025 / Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. (TSXV:JEV)(OTCID:JROOF)(FRA:JLM) ("Jericho", "JEV" or the "Company") is pleased to announce it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), dated July 6, 2025, with M2 Development Solutions ("M2") to form a strategic partnership. This collaboration will integrate M2's large, gigawatt-scale sites into Jericho's growing AI data center portfolio. This partnership significantly expands Jericho's U.S. footprint beyond its Oklahoma asset base, incorporating M2's high-capacity sites in Ohio and Nevada. The initial sites include: Ohio - 400 Acres with access to Utility Power and on-site Natural Gas feed Power generation assets Nevada - 3,700 Acres with access to Utility Power, on-site Geothermal power, on-site solar power, and on-site Natural Gas feed Power generation assets Together, JEV and M2 are well-positioned to meet the rapidly increasing demand for scalable, high-performance infrastructure optimized for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) workloads across the United States. "Our partnership with M2 is a transformative step in executing our AI data center strategy," said Brian Williamson, CEO of Jericho Energy Ventures. "Integrating M2's gigawatt-scale sites accelerates our ability to deliver scalable, energy-efficient infrastructure for modern AI workloads. With the proven leadership of COL (Ret.) Mark Schonberg and Mark Vogel, we are poised to meet the surging AI compute demand across key U.S. markets." About M2 Development Solutions, LLC M2 is co-led by Col. (Ret.) Mark Schonberg and Mark Vogel, bringing extensive expertise to the partnership: Col. (Ret.) Mark Schonberg is a 30-year U.S. Army veteran and a seasoned infrastructure leader. His deep expertise spans IT services, cybersecurity, and data center development. Throughout his military career, he held senior positions including Cyber Capabilities Development and Integration Director for the U.S. Army and CIO/G6 at Army Cyber Command. He also played a key role in the IT and C4I build-out for the $16 billion Yongsan Relocation Program in South Korea. Since retiring in 2020, Col. Schonberg has continued to lead in the private sector, focusing on data center infrastructure, renewable energy, and smart city solutions. Mark Vogel is a seasoned real estate development leader with over 40 years of experience delivering transformative commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects, including the $400M Bowie Town Center (375-acre mixed-use, MD) and high-rise student housing near the University of Maryland in College Park. Known for his strategic vision and collaborative approach, he now leads cutting-edge data center developments to meet surging demand for high-performance digital infrastructure across the U.S. Drawing on deep expertise in land planning, community engagement, and infrastructure delivery, Mark drives sustainable, high-impact projects that reshape communities and power the digital economy. His philanthropic work includes founding the "Give a Dam" campaign in Burkina Faso through Africare, two years in the Peace Corps in Liberia, and leading the Greater Oxon Hill CDC to advance housing, health, and economic opportunity in communities in Maryland. He also spent over a decade fundraising for Mission of Love Charities, supporting food security, housing, mental health, and workforce development for vulnerable populations. About Jericho Energy Ventures Jericho Energy Ventures (JEV) is uniquely positioned at the nexus of energy and AI infrastructure. Leveraging our long-producing oil and gas joint venture assets and robust Oklahoma infrastructure, we are deploying scalable, on-site power solutions to build cutting-edge build-to-suit AI Data Centers. With direct access to abundant, low-cost natural gas, we deliver efficient, high-performance energy solutions -- reducing waste, maximizing output, and unlocking long-term value in the rapidly converging AI and energy markets. JEV is also driving the clean hydrogen energy transition through its portfolio of hydrogen solutions including Hydrogen Technologies, ETNA Solutions and California Catalysts. At JEV, our mission is clear: to innovate relentlessly, optimize energy resources, and power tomorrow's breakthroughs, one bold step at a time. Website: CONTACT: Adam Rabiner, Investor Relations Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. Tel. 604.343.4534Email: investorrelations@ This news release contains certain "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are not representative of historical facts or information or current condition, but instead represent only Jericho's beliefs regarding future events, plans or objectives, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of Jericho's control. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may", "will" or "may not" occur. Specifically, this news release contains forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the successful implementation of the JEV-M2 MOU and the planned rollout of JEV's AI Data Centers initiative. Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements, which include, but are not limited to: regulatory changes; changes to the definition of, or interpretation of, foreign private issuer status; the impacts of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases; general economic conditions; industry conditions; current and future commodity prices and price volatility; significant and ongoing stock market volatility; currency and interest rate fluctuation; governmental regulation of the energy industry, including environmental regulation; geological, technical and drilling problems; unanticipated operating events; the availability of capital on acceptable terms; the need to obtain required approvals from regulatory authorities; liabilities and risks inherent in oil and gas exploration, development and production operations; liabilities and risks inherent in early stage hydrogen technology projects and new energy systems; changes in government environmental objectives or plans; and the other factors described in Jericho's public filings available at The forward-looking statements contained herein are based on certain key expectations and assumptions of Jericho concerning anticipated financial performance, business prospects, strategies, regulatory regimes, the sufficiency of budgeted capital expenditures in carrying out planned activities, the ability to obtain financing on acceptable terms, expansion of consumer adoption of the Company's (or its subsidiaries') technologies and products, all of which are subject to change based on market conditions, potential timing delays and other risk factors. Although Jericho believes that these assumptions and the expectations are reasonable based on information currently available to management, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that the foregoing lists are not exhaustive. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and Jericho does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, except as required by applicable securities laws. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. SOURCE: Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
The Hill
an hour ago
- The Hill
Anthropic proposes transparency framework for frontier AI models
The artificial intelligence (AI) startup Anthropic laid out a 'targeted' framework on Monday, proposing a series of transparency rules for the development of frontier AI models. The framework seeks to establish 'clear disclosure requirements for safety practices' while remaining 'lightweight and flexible,' the company underscored in a news release. 'AI is advancing rapidly,' it wrote. 'While industry, governments, academia, and others work to develop agreed-upon safety standards and comprehensive evaluation methods—a process that could take months to years—we need interim steps to ensure that very powerful AI is developed securely, responsibly, and transparently.' Anthropic's proposed rules would apply only to the largest developers of frontier models or the most advanced AI models. They would require developers to develop and publicly release a secure development framework, detailing how they assess and mitigate unreasonable risks. Developers would also be obligated to publish a system card, summarizing testing and evaluation procedures. 'Transparency requirements for Secure Development Frameworks and system cards could help give policymakers the evidence they need to determine if further regulation is warranted, as well as provide the public with important information about this powerful new technology,' the company added. The AI firm's proposed framework comes on the heels of the defeat last week of a provision in President Trump's tax and spending bill that initially sought to ban state AI regulation for 10 years. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei came out against the measure last month, calling it 'far too blunt an instrument' to mitigate the risks of the rapidly evolving technology. The AI moratorium was ultimately stripped out of the reconciliation bill before it passed the Senate. The company's framework earned praise from AI advocacy group Americans for Responsible Innovation (ARI), which touted Anthropic for 'moving the debate from whether we should have AI regulations to what those regulations should be.' 'We've heard many CEOs say they want regulations, then shoot down anything specific that gets proposed — so it's nice to see a concrete plan coming from industry,' Eric Gastfriend, executive director at ARI, said in a statement. 'Anthropic's framework advances some of the basic transparency requirements we need, like releasing plans for mitigating risks and holding developers accountable to those plans,' he continued. 'Hopefully this brings other labs to the table in the conversation over what AI regulations should look like.'
