In November 2023, Russian startup founder Ivan Koroteev, accompanied by his wife Nataly, visited the UAE for the first time, sensing immediately the country's forward-looking vision. His subsequent trip to Abu Dhabi in March of the same year left a profound impression, inspiring him to create a music album as a homage to the emirate's diverse allure. Titled 'A Symphony of Cultures,' the album comprises 22 songs in 15 languages, each celebrating a facet of Abu Dhabi and its profound influence on Ivan.
One of the songs, 'Feel the City’s Heartbeat,' encapsulates his feelings: “In the heart of desert dreams, where the golden sun kisses the sea, found a city that inspired and set my spirit free.” Notably, all tracks were composed and performed using artificial intelligence (AI), a process Ivan found straightforward due to his deep engagement with technology. He utilized AI services like Suno and Udio, with Suno's latest version, Suno 3.5, significantly enhancing the music creation process.
Ivan's emotional connection to Abu Dhabi was deepened during his visits to various landmarks, including Sea World Yas Island, the Corniche beach, and Louvre Abu Dhabi. His reverence for Sheikh Zayed's leadership and vision at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque further fueled his creative tribute. Ivan, who currently goes by the pseudonym Vano Karade, plans to relocate to the UAE, driven by his profound appreciation for the country.
Ivan's journey from a book-loving child to a tech-savvy adult is marked by his early fascination with space and fantasy books, which later transitioned into a deep-seated passion for technology and music. His discovery of AI tools like ChatGPT revolutionized his approach to content creation, leading him to deliver numerous public talks on AI, including a TEDx.
As AI continues to permeate various aspects of life, Ivan emphasizes the irreplaceable role of human creativity in guiding AI's direction. He believes that while AI excels in generating content based on patterns, it lacks the abstract thinking and emotional depth that define human creativity.
