From Mint: 2024-05-20 21:26:47

1. Actress Scarlett Johansson accuses OpenAI of using a voice similar to hers in their ChatGPT 4.0 chatbot, despite her declining permission. OpenAI temporarily suspends the voice named “Sky” after Johansson’s public outcry.

2. Johansson reveals she was approached by CEO Sam Altman to voice ChatGPT 4.0 but declined. She expresses shock at the similarity between her voice and “Sky”. Legal action was taken to demand transparency and removal of the voice.

3. Johansson’s statement raises concerns about deepfakes and AI, calling for clarity and legislation to protect individual rights amid advancements in technology. She emphasizes the importance of transparency in handling likeness and identities in the digital age.



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