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May 20th, 2024 | Statement from Scarlett Johansson on the OpenAI "Sky" voice

May 21, 2024
Actress and activist Scarlett Johansson discusses ethical concerns with AI voice mimicry. Other topics include 3M's concealment of toxic chemicals, Uber's data migration, engineering decisions, web accessibility debates, and math formalization challenges.
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  • Scarlett Johansson highlights ethical concerns in AI voice replication.
  • ICC seeks arrest warrants for Hamas and Israeli Prime Minister for war crimes.

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Scarlett Johansson's Concerns on AI Voice Mimicry

Scarlett Johansson expresses worries about the unauthorized usage of AI technology to mimic voices without consent. She stresses the importance of addressing ethical concerns in technological advancements, advocating for a responsible and considerate approach. Discussions in the comments revolve around the implications of Open AI's use of a celebrity's voice likeness in their product, ethical qualms about the company's leadership, and the impact on AI regulation.

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