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Charles Biétry Uses AI to Share Powerful Testimony About Living with ALS

The former sports journalist, rendered unable to speak by ALS, gave an emotional interview on TF1 using AI-generated voice technology.

  • Charles Biétry, a prominent French sports journalist, shared his battle with ALS in a moving interview on TF1's 'Sept à Huit.'
  • AI technology recreated Biétry's voice, allowing him to communicate after losing the ability to speak due to the disease.
  • In the interview, Biétry advocated for legislation supporting the right to die with dignity, highlighting his own preparations for assisted suicide in Switzerland.
  • Biétry's memoir, 'La Dernière Vague,' will be released on January 29, with proceeds supporting ALS research.
  • The interview sheds light on ALS, a neurodegenerative disease, and Biétry's determination to raise awareness and maintain a positive outlook despite his prognosis.
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