The new opensimworld HUD is out. This is a major update of the HUD. You can now instantly like a region and add to your bookmarks from in-world. As always you can access your bookmarks instantly and also go to the OSW page of the region that you are visiting. Also, you no longer have to worry about re-entering the HUD key. Go to our region to get it, along with the latest beacon.

Making AI images is fun, but at what cost?

We’ve all seen the funny, beautiful, and creative pictures generated by AI. But have you ever stopped to think about the environmental cost of creating them? I see them on this website daily! I have made hundreds of Ai images!

But, did you know? Every AI-generated image requires computing power. That means electricity, water to help cool data centers, and powerful computer equipment that requires mining and manufacturing.

And every time we ask AI to create a picture, fix a mistake, or generate another version, we use even more resources.

One image may not seem like much, but multiply that by millions of people generating millions of images every day.

More energy consumption. More water demand. More carbon emissions. More electronic waste.

We talk about protecting our planet, reducing waste, and conserving natural resources. Yet we're embracing a technology without always considering its environmental footprint.

I'm not saying AI doesn't have valuable uses. It absolutely does. But do we really need to generate endless pictures just because we can?

Making AI images is fun. But is the environmental cost worth it?

Something to think about before clicking "generate" again.

DJ LaRissa with The Night Owls at Party Stage on Alternate Metaverse : Mon 19th Oct 8:00 PM to Mon 19th Oct 10:00 PM
DJ LaRissa - DJ LaRissa - Infusing the night with a mix of country and outlaw tunes you love.

Party Stage
Alternate Metaverse is the new landing point, come and make new friends
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Y’all ready for a little taste of country music right in the heart of London City
Join us for an unforgettable Country Music Night at The Barn – where rustic charm meets big city energy! Expect toe-tapping tunes, line dancing, good ol’ country vibes, requests and dedications, all night long with DJ Jon Temple.
Dress code: Boots, hats, and denim encouraged!
Location: The Barn, London City
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Date: Monday 19th October
Time: 12 - 2 pm OST time