The Vergecast
ChatGPT has a Scarlett Johansson problem
May 24, 2024
The hosts dive into Microsoft's ambitious AI initiatives from Build, sparking excitement and skepticism about tech claims. A heated discussion unfolds regarding OpenAI's voice cloning debacle involving Scarlett Johansson, raising unsettling questions about celebrity rights and AI ethics. They also debate the privacy impacts of Microsoft's new 'recall' feature and critique the complex naming of Co-Pilot Plus devices. Finally, there's a glance at tech innovations like a 'salt spoon' to enhance flavor and a lawsuit challenging Ticketmaster's monopolistic practices.
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- OpenAI faces controversy over Scarlett Johansson-like voice in GPT-40
- Sonos seeks buyer amid strategic challenges and valuation goals
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OpenAI's Voice Controversy
OpenAI introduced GPT-40 with a multi-modal feature, including voices that led to comparisons to Scarlett Johansson. Despite denying any intention to resemble Scarlett, founders' social media actions raised suspicions. OpenAI published a blog post explaining their voice selection process and promptly removed the voice 'Sky' based on concerns, potentially triggered by Scarlett Johansson's disapproval as reported.
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