Scarlett Johansson accuses OpenAI of using her voice without consent, sparking concerns in Hollywood about AI.

From Dawn: 2024-05-24 04:59:28

OpenAI faces backlash for using an AI voice similar to Scarlett Johansson’s in their ChatGPT model, sparking Hollywood concerns about AI threats. OpenAI’s technology, Sora, impressed Hollywood execs with feature film-like quality videos, leading to discussions of partnerships. Johansson accuses OpenAI of using her voice without consent, straining potential collaborations. CEO denies intention to imitate Johansson’s voice, as Microsoft-backed OpenAI faces copyright concerns and debates on the use of AI in entertainment. Johansson’s conflict with OpenAI raises legal questions on right to publicity, drawing parallels to past cases like Bette Midler suing for voice imitation in advertising. Experts suggest Johansson has a strong case due to efforts to imitate her voice from ‘Her.’ Calls for federal regulations on voice and likeness rights in light of ‘deep fakes’ and AI advancements amplify. Hollywood navigates legal, ethical challenges posed by AI in entertainment industry.



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