The aMUSEd model launched by Hugging Face can generate images in seconds, faster than competitors like Stable Diffusion. aMUSEd utilizes a lightweight text-to-image model based on Google's MUSE model. It adopts a Masked Image Model (MIM) architecture, reducing inference steps and enhancing generation speed and interpretability. The model is available in a demo on Hugging Face.

Mastercard has launched the AI shopping assistant 'Shopping Muse' based on the personalized platform Dynamic Yield. This service transforms consumer requests through dialogue and provides personalized gift suggestions. Shopping Muse will save time and enhance customer satisfaction, forming part of Mastercard's data and services strategy. Consumers can use non-traditional search terms, such as aesthetics and trends, to receive relevant product recommendations.