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Interview with Sogni AI: How Privacy and Control are Transforming Creative AI

Ever felt limited by AI art tools that dictate the terms of creativity? Enter Sogni AI—a platform built for creators who demand control, privacy, and high-quality output without compromise. 

In a world where AI tools are often centralized, data-mined, and paywalled, Sogni AI flips the script. From fully private, on-device processing to stunning HD visuals and animations, Sogni combines power and privacy in one seamless package. 

Today, we’re thrilled to dive into how Sogni is empowering artists to push creative boundaries with freedom, speed, and unparalleled customization.

1. Sogni AI provides an incredible level of creative control. What inspired the creation of this tool, and how does it differ from other AI art generators?

Sogni AI was born out of a need for artists to control their creative process without the limits imposed by centralized AI services. Unlike other platforms, Sogni AI gives full autonomy over models, styles, and settings, which allows users to experiment freely and unlock their full creative potential. By combining decentralization with powerful customization tools, Sogni lets you generate more, pay less, and own every step of the process. We were attempting to be the cheapest, most privacy-preserving creative AI app and network out there on the market and ended up also being the fastest!

2. You emphasize privacy and on-device processing. Why is this focus on 100% privacy important for creative professionals and everyday users alike?

Privacy isn’t just a feature; it’s foundational to Sogni. For creatives, maintaining the integrity of their work is crucial, and centralized platforms often mean data mining or even censorship. With Sogni, everything runs locally or on a fully private, decentralized Supernet, ensuring no leaks, no ads, and full ownership. This commitment to privacy allows both pros and everyday users to create fearlessly.

3. The ability to generate 2048x2048px HD images and videos is impressive. Can you share more about how Sogni AI achieves this level of quality?

We harness the decentralized power of high-performance GPUs, like the RTX 4090, to scale rendering capabilities efficiently and affordably. Through our Supernet, images render up to 12 times faster than typical on-device generation, and each generation remains high-resolution, even at scale. This allows up to 1024×1024 rendering and from here we offer two “one-click” models for upsampling the images to 2048×2048. One upsampling model is good for anime, while the other is good for everything else. This setup allows you to achieve professional-grade results at a fraction of the usual cost

4. With features like real-time image generation and batch processing, Sogni stands out. How do these tools enhance the creative process for both beginners and experienced creators?

Sogni’s batch processing and real-time generation features empower creators of all levels to iterate quickly and intuitively. Newbies can dive in without needing complex adjustments, while pros benefit from the faster processing speeds and parallel render capabilities, allowing them to work on thousands of variations in no time. It’s all about speeding up creativity, from concept to final design.

5. Sogni AI offers integration with Stable Diffusion models and ControlNet. Could you explain how users can leverage these models to customize their creations?

Integrating with Stable Diffusion and ControlNet models gives users detailed control over styles, poses, and facial features, making Sogni ideal for highly personalized art. Whether you’re crafting distinct character designs or a whole NFT collection, you have full access to adjust every parameter. It’s like having a Swiss Army knife for generative art.

6. You’ve mentioned that Sogni provides tools similar to Photoshop and works like MidJourney. How have you combined these elements to make the experience seamless for users?

Sogni combines the best of both worlds—an intuitive interface with the deep control typically found in design tools like Photoshop in a real native Mac application for Desktop, iOS, iPad, and even Apple Vision Pro! Unlike MidJourney’s rigid interface, Sogni offers layers, guides, and model selection for a more immersive experience. It feels familiar to traditional artists and powerful for digital creatives, bringing pro-level capabilities without a steep learning curve. We also have a web version of Sogni coming out in two weeks that should work with any device with a web browser!

7. Collaboration seems to be a key feature with ‘.sogni’ project files. How does this feature benefit creatives who work together or refine their work over time?

The ‘.sogni’ project files allow artists to save, share, and collaborate effortlessly. Teams can refine work over time, keeping a clear version history and building on each other’s edits. This feature is perfect for collaborative environments or for creators who want to fine-tune projects at their own pace, making it a game-changer for ongoing work. This file can also be the image so can be used to verify that you were the original creator of the artwork!

8. The ability to create text-to-image, image-to-video, and even video-to-video animations sounds amazing. How does Sogni help users maintain control over these complex creative processes?

Sogni’s interface and underlying Supernet infrastructure are built to handle complex media creation smoothly. Users can control each stage of transformation, whether they’re making text-based animations or refining video frames. By giving full visibility and customization at each step, Sogni ensures that creators have the freedom to bring their exact vision to life with precision. By using text-based prompting with guide images artists can continually refine and remix their work until they get to the vision they have in their minds.

9. You’ve built a DePIN render network for accelerated rendering. Can you tell us more about this network and how it supports fast and affordable rendering?

Sogni’s DePIN-powered Supernet uses idle GPUs from our community and partners to supercharge rendering at scale, making it fast and cost-effective. Unlike traditional centralized compute, DePIN scales infinitely and runs at a fraction of the cost, meaning users can generate images 12x faster than on-device processing for as low as $0.005 per render in our native token. Our unique setup combines decentralized tech with industry-leading hardware to bring creators pro-grade speed and affordability without sacrificing quality.

10. Sogni AI is available for free with no subscriptions or limits. What led to this decision, and how do you plan to keep offering such a powerful tool without these typical restrictions?

We believe creativity shouldn’t be locked behind paywalls or data mining. Making Sogni free lets anyone access powerful AI tools without compromising privacy or freedom. Our revenue model is community-driven: users can pay for faster rendering with Supernet tokens or join as Workers to earn tokens. This model fosters a self-sustaining ecosystem where artists thrive without hidden costs or subscription traps. It’s a common freemium model and one that allows everyone to use Sogni no matter what they can or can’t afford.

11. Looking to the future, what exciting updates or features can users expect from Sogni AI? How do you plan to evolve the platform?

 Sogni is just getting started! We’re gearing up to launch our web-based artist client, Telegram and Discord sticker bot, API support for seamless integration where any app or game can generate art from, and expanded features like video rendering and text-to-video capabilities. Our roadmap also includes community-driven features like collaborative galleries, artist-led model creation, and gamified rewards. We aim to keep pushing boundaries, empowering every artist to create without limits while staying connected to an ever-evolving creative network!

Sogni AI is more than just an art generator; it’s a creative revolution. By championing privacy, community-driven growth, and a freemium model, Sogni is setting a new standard for AI tools—one that prioritizes the artist, not the algorithm. 

With its bold vision and powerful roadmap, Sogni AI is redefining what’s possible in digital art, giving creators of all backgrounds the power to bring their visions to life without limits. 

We can’t wait to see where this trailblazing platform heads next in shaping the future of creative AI.