Signal CEO criticizes OpenAI for controversy with Scarlett Johansson, accusing company of disrespectful culture

From Axel Springer SE: 2024-05-24 18:08:00

Signal’s CEO, Meredith Whittaker, criticized OpenAI’s handling of a controversy with Scarlett Johansson in a recent TechCrunch interview. Whittaker accused the AI company of having a disrespectful and unnecessary “Edge Lord” culture. OpenAI denies allegations of stealing Johansson’s voice for their “Sky” assistant, but tensions remain high. Johansson claimed that Altman had approached her to voice the AI assistant, which she declined. Johansson accused OpenAI of using a voice similar to hers for their AI product. OpenAI has halted the use of the Sky voice, stating they did not intend for it to resemble Johansson’s voice. There is ongoing debate and tension surrounding this situation.



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