AI Transcription Tool Whisper Faces Criticism for Fabricating Text

Whisper's inaccuracies raise concerns, especially in medical settings, prompting calls for stricter AI regulations.

Whisper, developed by OpenAI, is reported to produce 'hallucinations,' or fabricated text, in its transcriptions.
Researchers found hallucinations in 40% of examined audio snippets, with some fabrications including racial and violent content.
The tool is widely used in various industries, including hospitals, despite OpenAI's warnings against its use in high-risk domains.
Over 30,000 clinicians and 40 health systems have adopted Whisper-based tools, raising concerns about potential misdiagnoses.
Experts advocate for federal regulations on AI tools, emphasizing the need for OpenAI to address Whisper's flaws.