April 20, 2023

  • Voice AI

    Patients were told their voices could disappear. They turned to AI to save them.

    The Washington Post, 04/22/23. Advancements in AI allow people with speech-affecting conditions to preserve their voices through voice banking. AI software analyzes speech samples to create a digital voice that mimics pitch, tone, and accent. Voice banking has become accessible and affordable, giving ALS patients confidence and connection. With standardization, it enables flexibility and comparison shopping. READ MORE

  • AGI

    What’s AGI, and Why Are AI Experts Skeptical?

    WIRED, 04/20/23. The concept of AGI remains undefined and there are limitations to the capabilities of GPT-4. Robotics is limited by the lack of available data. Despite fears, AI continues to transform daily interactions and its potential is still being explored. The concept of AI consciousness is a philosophical question, but it is important to consider the potential consequences of its continued development. READ MORE

  • Deepfakes

    Tom Brady threatened legal action over AI video made by comedians

    Fox News, 04/20/23. Comedians Will Sasso and Chad Kultgen produced an hour-long special featuring an AI version of Tom Brady doing stand-up. However, Brady sent them a cease-and-desist, forcing them to take down the video. The video made jokes about Brady’s scandals and divorce, and included AI Brady talking about deflating footballs. The podcasters claim they simulated the video using stand-up footage and interviews with Brady. READ MORE

  • Limitations

    Misinformation machines? Common sense the best guard against AI chatbot ‘hallucinations,’ experts say

    Fox News, 04/20/23. AI experts warn of “hallucinations” from AI chatbots, which are factually incorrect or nonsensical and can perpetuate political falsehoods and biases. Deepfake videos and images generated by AI can also be misleading. Researchers are working on minimizing accidental hallucinations, and consumers need to judge the validity of AI-generated content and be cautious of misinformation. It is important not to rely on technology as a crutch and to double-check information for accuracy. READ MORE