OpenAI faces crisis and credibility hit after using a voice similar to Scarlett Johansson

From Ziff Davis: 2024-05-25 05:30:00

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman caused a scandal by unveiling Sky, a voice that sounded like Scarlett Johansson without her consent. Redditors and a U.S. Senator called him out, but OpenAI insisted it wasn’t her voice. The company’s credibility took a hit amid legal concerns and internal drama. Will this impact AI’s future?

Altman referenced Johansson’s movie “Her” during Sky’s launch, aligning with his AI hype agenda. Despite OpenAI’s efforts to explain the voice wasn’t Johansson’s, public perception suffered. The company faces legal trouble for using a voice similar to Johansson’s without permission. Will this impact the company’s $90 billion valuation?

Altman’s misstep has raised concerns about OpenAI’s ethics and transparency. Co-founder Ilya Sutzkever departed, revealing internal troubles. The company’s long-term risk team was disbanded, and leaked documents exposed questionable practices. Other tech giants like Microsoft and Google are facing similar AI challenges. OpenAI’s future remains uncertain amid mounting issues and scrutiny.



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