Observed Signal · May 21, 2024 · Deprecation · Source: Trending Topics · Impact: 3/5 · Sentiment: Negative
Scarlett Johansson forces OpenAI to remove ChatGPT voice
OpenAI launched GPT-4o with a voice called 'Sky' that closely resembled Scarlett Johansson's voice. Johansson had previously declined an offer from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to voice the system. She was shocked and angered by the similarity, and her legal counsel sent two letters to OpenAI demanding transparency about the voice creation process. OpenAI reluctantly agreed to remove the voice. The controversy highlights concerns about AI likeness and the need for legislation to protect individual rights.
High-profile legal dispute over AI voice likeness could impact AI voice technology adoption and prompt regulatory scrutiny.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- OpenAI launched GPT-4o with a voice called 'Sky' that sounded like Scarlett Johansson.
- Scarlett Johansson had declined an offer from Sam Altman to voice the ChatGPT 4.0 system.
- Johansson's legal counsel sent two letters to OpenAI demanding details of the voice creation process.
- OpenAI removed the 'Sky' voice after Johansson's legal action.
- Sam Altman tweeted 'her' in reference to the film starring Johansson.
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