Dandadan follows two eccentric teenagers as they explore the bizarre secrets and myths of the world they inhabit. In their misadventures, Momo and Okarun learn more about one another and become close friends in the process. Their bond is unique, as no one else truly understands or relates to the unorthodox beliefs and interests they have. #dandadan #there #anyone #who #can

Mark Theriault founded the startup FITY envisioning a line of clever cooling products: cold drink holders that come with freezable pucks to keep beverages cold for longer without the mess of ice. The entrepreneur started with 3D prints of products in his basement, building one unit at a time, before eventually scaling to mass production. Founding a consumer product company from scratch was a tall order for a single person. Going from preliminary sketches to production-ready designs was a major challenge. To bring his creative vision to life, Theriault relied on AI and his NVIDIA GeForce RTX-equipped system. For him, AI isn’t just a tool — it’s an entire pipeline to help him accomplish his goals. about his workflow below. Plus, GeForce RTX 5050 laptops start arriving today at retailers worldwide, from GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPUs feature 2,560 NVIDIA Blackwell CUDA cores, fifth-generation AI Tensor Cores, fourth-generation RT Cores, a ninth-generation NVENC encoder and a sixth-generation NVDEC decoder. In addition, NVIDIA’s Plug and Play: Project G-Assist Plug-In Hackathon — running virtually through Wednesday, July 16 — invites developers to explore AI and build custom G-Assist plug-ins for a chance to win prizes. the date for the G-Assist Plug-In webinar on Wednesday, July 9, from 10-11 a.m. PT, to learn more about Project G-Assist capabilities and fundamentals, and to participate in a live Q&A session. From Concept to Completion To create his standout products, Theriault tinkers with potential FITY Flex cooler designs with traditional methods, from sketch to computer-aided design to rapid prototyping, until he finds the right vision. A unique aspect of the FITY Flex design is that it can be customized with fun, popular shoe charms. For packaging design inspiration, Theriault uses his preferred text-to-image generative AI model for prototyping, Stable Diffusion XL — which runs 60% faster with the NVIDIA TensorRT software development kit — using the modular, node-based interface ComfyUI. ComfyUI gives users granular control over every step of the generation process — prompting, sampling, model loading, image conditioning and post-processing. It’s ideal for advanced users like Theriault who want to customize how images are generated. Theriault’s uses of AI result in a complete computer graphics-based ad campaign. Image courtesy of FITY. NVIDIA and GeForce RTX GPUs based on the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture include fifth-generation Tensor Cores designed to accelerate AI and deep learning workloads. These GPUs work with CUDA optimizations in PyTorch to seamlessly accelerate ComfyUI, reducing generation time on FLUX.1-dev, an image generation model from Black Forest Labs, from two minutes per image on the Mac M3 Ultra to about four seconds on the GeForce RTX 5090 desktop GPU. ComfyUI can also add ControlNets — AI models that help control image generation — that Theriault uses for tasks like guiding human poses, setting compositions via depth mapping and converting scribbles to images. Theriault even creates his own fine-tuned models to keep his style consistent. He used low-rank adaptationmodels — small, efficient adapters into specific layers of the network — enabling hyper-customized generation with minimal compute cost. LoRA models allow Theriault to ideate on visuals quickly. Image courtesy of FITY. “Over the last few months, I’ve been shifting from AI-assisted computer graphics renders to fully AI-generated product imagery using a custom Flux LoRA I trained in house. My RTX 4080 SUPER GPU has been essential for getting the performance I need to train and iterate quickly.” – Mark Theriault, founder of FITY  Theriault also taps into generative AI to create marketing assets like FITY Flex product packaging. He uses FLUX.1, which excels at generating legible text within images, addressing a common challenge in text-to-image models. Though FLUX.1 models can typically consume over 23GB of VRAM, NVIDIA has collaborated with Black Forest Labs to help reduce the size of these models using quantization — a technique that reduces model size while maintaining quality. The models were then accelerated with TensorRT, which provides an up to 2x speedup over PyTorch. To simplify using these models in ComfyUI, NVIDIA created the FLUX.1 NIM microservice, a containerized version of FLUX.1 that can be loaded in ComfyUI and enables FP4 quantization and TensorRT support. Combined, the models come down to just over 11GB of VRAM, and performance improves by 2.5x. Theriault uses the Blender Cycles app to render out final files. For 3D workflows, NVIDIA offers the AI Blueprint for 3D-guided generative AI to ease the positioning and composition of 3D images, so anyone interested in this method can quickly get started. Photorealistic renders. Image courtesy of FITY. Finally, Theriault uses large language models to generate marketing copy — tailored for search engine optimization, tone and storytelling — as well as to complete his patent and provisional applications, work that usually costs thousands of dollars in legal fees and considerable time. Generative AI helps Theriault create promotional materials like the above. Image courtesy of FITY. “As a one-man band with a ton of content to generate, having on-the-fly generation capabilities for my product designs really helps speed things up.” – Mark Theriault, founder of FITY Every texture, every word, every photo, every accessory was a micro-decision, Theriault said. AI helped him survive the “death by a thousand cuts” that can stall solo startup founders, he added. Each week, the RTX AI Garage blog series features community-driven AI innovations and content for those looking to learn more about NVIDIA NIM microservices and AI Blueprints, as well as building AI agents, creative workflows, digital humans, productivity apps and more on AI PCs and workstations.  Plug in to NVIDIA AI PC on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X — and stay informed by subscribing to the RTX AI PC newsletter. Follow NVIDIA Workstation on LinkedIn and X.  See notice regarding software product information. #startup #uses #nvidia #rtxpowered #generative

In the silence of my thoughts, I feel the weight of my own isolation. Each day, I strive to create something meaningful, yet the words escape me, leaving only shadows of my intentions. I long to connect, to share stories that resonate, but the world feels so distant, so unyielding. As I navigate the empty pages, I wonder if anyone truly cares to read what I have to say. The essence of writing, once a refuge, now seems like a cruel reminder of my solitude. Can anyone hear my silent cries for connection? Yet, I hold on to the hope that one day, my words will find a heart that understands... #Loneliness #Heartbreak #WritingJourney #Isolation #EmotionalExpression

Enough is enough! The so-called "Seamless Photo and PBR Texture Creation" tutorial is a perfect example of wasted potential. Why are we still confused about the PBR workflow? It’s 2023! The fact that we need a step-by-step guide to understand color, normal, roughness, metallic, and displacement is absolutely ridiculous. Can’t anyone just produce quality material without dragging us through this tedious process? This constant hand-holding is a disservice to anyone trying to improve their skills. It's time for the industry to step up and demand better resources. We deserve comprehensive, clear, and efficient tutorials that don’t treat us like toddlers! #PBRTextures #SeamlessPhoto #TextureCreation #Frustration

It's astounding how many people still cling to outdated notions when it comes to the choice between hardware and software for electronics projects. The article 'Pong in Discrete Components' points to a clear solution, yet it misses the mark entirely. Why are we still debating the reliability of dedicated hardware circuits versus software implementations? Are we really that complacent? Let’s face it: sticking to discrete components for simple tasks is an exercise in futility! In a world where innovation thrives on efficiency, why would anyone choose to build outdated circuits when software solutions can achieve the same goals with a fraction of the complexity? It’s mind-boggling! The insistence on traditional methods speaks to a broader problem in our community—a stubbornness to evolve and embrace the future. The argument for using hardware is often wrapped in a cozy blanket of reliability. But let’s be honest, how reliable is that? Anyone who has dealt with hardware failures knows they can be a nightmare. Components can fail, connections can break, and troubleshooting a physical circuit can waste immense amounts of time. Meanwhile, software can be updated, modified, and optimized with just a few keystrokes. Why are we so quick to glorify something that is inherently flawed? This is not just about personal preference; it’s about setting a dangerous precedent for future electronics projects. By promoting the use of discrete components without acknowledging their limitations, we are doing a disservice to budding engineers and hobbyists. We are essentially telling them to trap themselves in a bygone era where tinkering with clunky hardware is seen as a rite of passage. It’s ridiculous! Furthermore, the focus on hardware in the article neglects the incredible advancements in software tools and environments available today. Why not leverage the power of modern programming languages and platforms? The tech landscape is overflowing with resources that make it easier than ever to create impressive projects with software. Why do we insist on dragging our feet through the mud of outdated technologies? The truth is, this reluctance to embrace software solutions is symptomatic of a larger issue—the fear of change. Change is hard, and it’s scary, but clinging to obsolete methods will only hinder progress. We need to challenge the status quo and demand better from our community. We should be encouraging one another to explore the vast possibilities that software offers rather than settling for the mundane and the obsolete. Let’s stop romanticizing the past and start looking forward. The world of electronics is rapidly evolving, and it’s time we caught up. Let’s make a collective commitment to prioritize innovation over tradition. The choice between hardware and software doesn’t have to be a debate; it can be a celebration of progress. #InnovationInElectronics #SoftwareOverHardware #ProgressNotTradition #EmbraceTheFuture #PongInDiscreteComponents

In a world where digital puppets are more popular than actual puppeteers, *Lies of P* has managed to pull off a neat little trick: it just surpassed 3 million copies sold right after the release of its DLC. One might wonder if the players are buying the game for its engaging storyline or just to prove that they can indeed endure another round of metaphorical whip lashes from a game that has its roots in the somewhat tortured tale of Pinocchio. Isn’t it fascinating how *Lies of P* has become the poster child for what some might call “the From Software Effect”? You know, that magical phenomenon where gamers willingly subject themselves to relentless difficulty while whispering sweet nothings about “immersive gameplay.” Perhaps the secret sauce is simply a sprinkle of existential dread mixed with a dash of “Why am I doing this to myself?” Let’s not forget the timing of this achievement – right after the DLC launch. Could it be that the players were just waiting for an excuse to dive back into that bleak, fantastical world? Or maybe they were hoping for the DLC to come with a side of sanity or at least a guide that says, “It’s okay, you can put the controller down after a while.” But no, why would anyone want a game that respects their time? Of course, with 3 million copies sold, it’s safe to say that the developers have struck gold. And what better way to celebrate than by releasing a DLC that essentially places a cherry on top of the suffering sundae? Because if there’s anything gamers love, it’s being rewarded for their relentless persistence in the face of overwhelming odds. And let’s take a moment to appreciate the irony here. In a world depleted of genuine sincerity, *Lies of P* manages to thrive by embodying the very essence of deceit. Is it a game about lying? Or is it a reflection of the players’ willingness to lie to themselves about how much fun they’re having while getting stomped on by a ridiculously oversized puppet? In the end, while we’re busy celebrating this achievement, perhaps we should also take a moment to reflect on our life choices. Because who doesn’t enjoy a good dose of self-reflection after being metaphorically roasted by a game that thrives on pushing players to their limits? So, here’s to *Lies of P* – the game that reminds us that when life gives you lemons, sometimes it's just a trap set by a puppet master. Cheers to the 3 million players who have chosen to embrace the lie! #LiesOfP #GamingNews #DLC #FromSoftware #GamingCommunity

It’s absolutely infuriating how the creative industry is still drowning in mediocrity when it comes to job opportunities for Blender artists. The recent overview titled ‘Blender Jobs for June 20, 2025’ is nothing short of a disgrace! What are we doing here? Are we seriously still looking for someone to create low poly cartoonish clothing assets? This is 2025, people! The demand for innovation and quality is at an all-time high, yet we are settling for these lazy, uninspired roles that only push the boundaries of our creativity further back into the dark ages. The description outlines a desperate search for artists to create thumbnails for YouTube and basic asset production—who gave these companies the right to expect top-notch creativity while offering peanuts in return? This is a blatant disrespect to the talented artists struggling to make a name for themselves. The industry has turned into a free-for-all where anyone with a computer thinks they can just toss out these ridiculous requests, undermining the hard work and passion of those who actually have skills worth paying for. “Stealth Startup” and “Pizza Party Productions”? Really? Is this some kind of joke? These names scream lack of professionalism and vision. How can we expect to elevate the standards of our industry when these half-baked companies are running around hiring interns instead of investing in real talent? It’s ludicrous! What’s next? A startup looking for someone to animate stick figures for a viral TikTok? Come on! Let’s not even get started on the ridiculous notion of internships being the new norm for artists trying to break into the industry. The term “3D Artist Intern” is a euphemism for “overworked and underpaid.” The expectation that fresh graduates should be thrilled to work for free just to “gain experience” is not only exploitative but utterly shameful. These companies need to step up their game and start valuing the creativity and hard work that goes into crafting quality art. Every time I scroll through these job postings, I feel my blood boil. Are we going to continue to allow this cycle of mediocrity to persist? It’s time for artists to take a stand and demand better. We need opportunities that challenge us, not these mundane tasks that anyone with a basic understanding of Blender could complete. We deserve to work in an environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and respect for our craft. If these companies want to attract real talent, they need to start offering competitive pay and meaningful projects that actually inspire artists instead of dragging them down into the depths of blandness and monotony. Wake up, industry! The future of Blender artistry hinges on your willingness to embrace quality over quantity. Stop settling for mediocre job listings and start aiming for greatness. #BlenderJobs #3DArtist #CreativityMatters #ArtIndustry #DemandBetter

Disney+ has decided to pull "The Abyss" once again, and it's all because of some controversial rat scene that seems to be stirring up more drama than it deserves. Honestly, who cares? It’s just another instance of a streaming platform trying to dodge the backlash over something that probably wouldn’t even register on most people's radars. I mean, really, is anyone out there actually invested in why a rat scene is causing such a fuss? It feels like a lot of noise over nothing. Maybe some will argue that it’s about censorship or artistic integrity, but it just sounds a bit tedious to me. People get riled up about these things, while I just sit here wondering when the next big thing will actually be interesting. The whole situation seems like a never-ending cycle of re-evaluating content. Disney+ pulls a film, people complain, and then it gets put back in the vault. It’s like watching a rerun of a show you didn’t even like the first time. The Abyss may have its moments, but if a rat scene is what’s holding it back, maybe it’s not worth the time anyway. Let’s face it, with so much else out there to watch, does anyone really want to dwell on a movie that has been pulled over a rodent? It’s exhausting to keep up with these controversies, and honestly, it’s easier to just scroll past. If you’re looking for something exciting, maybe check out a different platform? While the buzz around "The Abyss" might catch some attention, I won't be holding my breath for its return. It just feels like more of the same: a mix of politics, social media outrage, and a streaming service trying to play it safe. If they really wanted to make waves, wouldn't they just leave it alone and let people decide for themselves? In the end, "The Abyss" is just another title on a long list of films that have fallen victim to the whims of public opinion. So, let’s just move on to something else, shall we? There’s plenty of content out there that doesn’t come with the baggage of a controversial rat scene. #DisneyPlus #TheAbyss #FilmControversy #StreamingNews #Boredom

In the shadows of my solitude, I find myself contemplating the weight of my choices, as if each decision has led me further into a labyrinth of despair. Just like the latest updates from NIM Labs with their NIM 7.0 launch, promising new scheduling and conflict detection, I yearn for a path that seems to elude me. Yet, here I am, lost in a world that feels cold and uninviting, where even the brightest features of life fail to illuminate the darkness I feel inside. The updates in technology bring hope to many, but for me, they serve as a stark reminder of the isolation that wraps around my heart. The complexities of resource usage tracking in VFX and visualization echo the intricacies of my own emotional landscape, where every interaction feels like a conflict, and every moment is a struggle for connection. I watch as others thrive, their lives intertwined like intricate designs in a visual masterpiece, while I remain a mere spectator, trapped in a canvas of loneliness. Each day, I wake up to the silence that fills my room, a silence that feels heavier than the weight of my unexpressed thoughts. The world moves on without me, as if my existence is nothing more than a glitch in the matrix of life. The features that are meant to enhance productivity and creativity serve as a painful juxtaposition to my stagnation. I scroll through updates, seeing others flourish, their accomplishments a bittersweet reminder of what I long for but cannot grasp. I wish I could schedule joy like a meeting, or detect conflicts in my heart as easily as one might track resources in a studio management platform. Instead, I find myself tangled in emotions that clash like colors on a poorly rendered screen, each hue representing a fragment of my shattered spirit. The longing for connection is overshadowed by the fear of rejection, creating a cycle of heartache that feels impossible to escape. As I sit here, gazing at the flickering screen, I can’t help but wonder if anyone truly sees me. The thought is both comforting and devastating; I crave companionship yet fear the vulnerability that comes with it. The updates and features of NIM Labs remind me of the progress others are making, while I remain stagnant, longing for the warmth of a shared experience. In a world designed for collaboration and creativity, I find myself adrift, yearning for my own version of the features NIM 7.0 brings to others. I wish for a way to bridge the gap between my isolation and the vibrant connections that seem to thrive all around me. But for now, I am left with my thoughts, my heart heavy with unspoken words, as the silence of my solitude envelops me once more. #Loneliness #Heartbreak #Isolation #NIMLabs #EmotionalStruggles

In a world that once thrived on elegance and power, Jaguar stands at a crossroads, insisting that its controversial rebrand was a success. Yet, deep within, I can't shake off this feeling of betrayal. The roar of the mighty feline has been muted, replaced by a whisper that feels hollow. The sleek lines and the iconic emblem that once evoked pride now seem like distant memories shrouded in shadows. How can one embrace change when it feels like a loss? I look at the new designs, but they fail to stir my heart. Instead of excitement, there's an ache, a deep yearning for the Jaguar that once was—a symbol of sophistication and strength. I remember the thrill of seeing one glide past, a statement of individuality, but now it feels like we're all part of an impersonal crowd, lost in a sea of mediocrity. Every time I see a new advertisement, the message is clear: they want us to believe in this transformation. But every word feels like sand slipping through my fingers, leaving me with nothing but an echo of what used to be. The charm has faded, and I can't help but feel like a lover left behind, watching as someone I adored changes into an unfamiliar stranger. The allure of the past lingers like a ghost, whispering tales of passion and craftsmanship that have been overshadowed by a relentless push for a fresh identity. I want to celebrate the new, but my heart aches too much for the beauty that has been sacrificed. Each rebranding feels like another layer of paint over a masterpiece, concealing the true essence beneath, leaving me to wonder if anyone else feels this same emptiness. Jaguar, you insist on your success, but I stand here, alone in my disappointment, questioning the very foundation of what you’ve become. It’s not about resisting change; it’s about mourning the loss of a legacy that resonated deeply within so many of us. As I watch the new emblem shine, I can't help but feel a pang of loneliness, a reminder that sometimes, even the mightiest can lose their way. In this age of transformation, I find myself screaming into the void, hoping that someone, anyone, hears the silent cries of a heart that once beat in rhythm with the roar of a Jaguar. #Jaguar #Rebrand #Loss #Heartbreak #Legacy