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OpenAI Faces Backlash Over Unapproved Use of Celebrity-Like AI Voice

Scarlett Johansson criticizes the company's use of a synthetic voice resembling hers, raising ethical concerns about AI's impact on human dignity.

  • OpenAI's AI voice assistant 'Sky' closely mimicked Scarlett Johansson's voice, causing public outcry.
  • Johansson rejected an offer from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to collaborate on the synthetic voice project.
  • Critics argue that this incident exemplifies the potential for AI to exploit personal traits without consent.
  • The controversy highlights the need for stricter regulations on AI's use of personal and biometric data.
  • OpenAI has paused the use of 'Sky' and denied intentional imitation of Johansson's voice.
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