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Researchers Say the Deepfake Biden Robocall Was Likely Made With Tools From AI Startup ElevenLabs
Jan 29, 2024
Researchers analyze a deepfake robocall impersonating President Biden, concluding that it was likely created using technology from AI startup ElevenLabs. The importance of safeguards against deepfakes and AI-generated propaganda is discussed.
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- The deepfake robocall impersonating President Biden highlights the potential misuse of AI-generated voices in political propaganda.
- The incident emphasizes the need for effective safeguards against the misuse of AI-generated voices in the upcoming presidential elections, as the availability of easily accessible tools for creating AI-generated voices poses challenges for authorities and the tech industry.
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AI-generated political robocall impersonating President Biden
A political robo call impersonating President Biden was likely created using technology from Silicon Valley's voice cloning startup, Eleven Labs. The call urged voters in New Hampshire not to vote in the state's primary election. Audio experts have analyzed the call and found patterns that matched Eleven Labs' technology or a similar system. While the quality of the fake Biden voice was questioned, further independent analysis confirmed the use of AI technology. This incident highlights the potential misuse of AI-generated voices in political propaganda.
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