Scarlett Johansson calls out ChatGPT for using a voice that sounds ...
Scarlett Johansson recently expressed her concerns regarding OpenAI's use of an AI voice that closely resembles her own. The renowned American actor, best known for her portrayal of Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, raised this issue in a statement published by The New York Times on May 20.
Background
In her statement, Johansson highlighted the striking similarity between her voice and one of the AI voice options, named Sky, released by OpenAI for their ChatGPT software. Interestingly, Johansson had previously provided her voice for the character of a futuristic AI assistant in the 2013 film Her.
In advocating for stronger laws to safeguard individual rights, Johansson emphasized the importance of clarity in addressing issues related to deepfakes, protection of likeness, work, and identities. She emphasized the need for clear regulations in an era where such concerns are increasingly prevalent.
OpenAI's Response
OpenAI responded to Johansson's concerns by announcing a temporary halt to the use of Sky's voice on ChatGPT. They clarified that Sky’s voice was not an imitation of Johansson's, but rather that of a different professional actress using her own natural speaking voice.
Protecting Individual Rights
The company explained that a casting team had independently reviewed 14 actors for the voice options. Despite their efforts, when Johansson indicated that her legal team would be involved, OpenAI decided to remove Sky's voice from the software.
For more information on this issue, you can refer to the original article by The Associated Press.
