From Taipei Times: 2024-03-31 12:00:00

OpenAI introduces Voice Engine technology, capable of cloning a person’s voice with just 15 seconds of recording. Safety concerns prompt company not to release publicly yet. Start-ups offer similar technology for public or business use. Testers agree not to impersonate without consent. Future aim is to compete with voice products like Alexa.

Concerns arise over voice-cloning technology potential misuse. OpenAI cautious due to risks, especially during an election year. Authorities investigate robocalls impersonating US President Joe Biden. New Hampshire voters targeted with AI-generated calls. OpenAI aims to prevent misuse by disclosing AI-generated voice and obtaining consent.

OpenAI plans to enter voice assistant market, files trademark application. Company known for chatbot and image-generator DALL-E. Early testers agree to use technology responsibly. OpenAI’s approach similar to previous video-generator release. Competing with products like Amazon’s Alexa in speech recognition and digital voice assistant market in the future.



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