Talking with GPT-4o in a Fake Language
To achieve this we used a rather poorly spelled phonetic way of writing the accent people in the west of Austria might have. Voice actors often imitate or emulate the voices of famous personalities, a practice generally accepted in the entertainment industry.
This was extremely interesting, insightful and absolutely impressive. The AI, GPT=4o in this case, is incredibly good at adapting to a totally new and unknown situation. Granted, our fake language might have been too similar to some training data, and therefore easy to understand and generate but overall it was still quite mind-blowing to see this happen.
The Rise of AI Voices
- Consent: Did the original voice owner consent to their voice being replicated?
- Attribution: Is the AI-generated voice being attributed correctly, or is it misleading users about the origin?
- Compensation: Is the original voice owner being compensated for the use of a voice that closely resembles theirs?
AI voice technology has made substantial strides, allowing for the creation of highly realistic and versatile voices. These voices are used in various applications, from virtual assistants and customer service to entertainment and education. However, as AI voices become more lifelike, the line between human and synthetic voices blurs, leading to complex legal and ethical issues.
The Issue of Personal Rights
Voice actors often imitate or emulate the voices of famous personalities, a practice generally accepted in the entertainment industry.
Adam Peterson
The case of "Sky" highlights the potential infringement on personal rights when AI-generated voices closely mimic real individuals. Scarlett Johansson's voice, as portrayed in "Her," is distinctive and recognizable. The use of a similar-sounding AI voice can be seen as a form of impersonation, which may violate the original voice owner's rights to privacy and control over their voice.
