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What if this was your voice? Scarlett Johansson gets livid over a voice that she says sounds like “Her”…
OpenAI Pauses Synthetic Voice Amid Scarlett Johansson Confusion
OpenAI announced plans to temporarily mute a synthetic voice named “Sky,” which has drawn comparisons to actress Scarlett Johansson. Although OpenAI clarified that Sky’s voice was based on a different professional actress and not intended to imitate Johansson, the resemblance sparked confusion and prompted the company to reconsider its use. OpenAI emphasised that AI voices should not intentionally mimic celebrities.
Addressing Public Concerns
The issue gained attention when OpenAI introduced a more advanced version of its AI technology, GPT-4o. In demos, Sky’s voice exhibited highly human-like qualities, leading to speculation about its similarities to Johansson’s voice from the film “Her.” The company’s CEO, Sam Altman, fueled the discussion with a cryptic tweet referencing the film. OpenAI is now working on a way to pause Sky’s voice while addressing public concerns.
Ensuring Clear AI Identity
This move highlights the ongoing challenge of ensuring that AI tools maintain a distinct identity separate from human characteristics. OpenAI and other tech giants, like Microsoft, stress the importance of keeping AI distinctly non-human to avoid misleading users. The incident follows OpenAI’s recent dissolution of its “super alignment” team, which focused on mitigating long-term AI risks, integrating its members into other projects.
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