By Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson is making waves in the tech world, but not for the reason you might think. Recently, Johansson expressed shock and anger over a voice option in OpenAI’s ChatGPT system that sounded uncannily similar to her own.
This isn’t the first time Johansson has crossed paths with AI. She famously voiced the Samantha character in the 2013 film “Her,” an AI assistant that develops a complex relationship with the protagonist. However, the actress seems to be drawing a line between creative projects and potential misuse of her voice and likeness.
Johansson reportedly declined an offer from OpenAI to provide her voice for the ChatGPT system.
Following the system’s release with a voice eerily similar to hers, OpenAI announced a “pause” on using that voice option.
Johansson’s experience highlights the potential for misuse of artificial intelligence, particularly when replicating a person’s voice. Deepfakes and other AI-powered tools can be used to create misleading or even malicious content.
The incident raises important questions about consent and ownership in the age of AI. As technology develops, it’s crucial to have conversations about ethical guidelines and regulations to prevent the misuse of personal data and identities.
