Congress has invited Scarlett Johansson to testify on AI and deepfakes after she raised concerns about OpenAI’s “Sky” chatbot using a voice similar to hers. The actress expressed shock and disbelief when the chatbot’s voice resembled her own despite her refusal to collaborate with OpenAI. Lawmakers, aiming to regulate the emerging field of artificial intelligence, see her testimony as crucial to public debate on the ethical and legal implications of deepfake technology. OpenAI has since paused the use of the voice, asserting it was not intended to mimic Johansson’s. The congressional subcommittee will focus on the broader implications of digital forgeries and potential infringements on individual rights, emphasizing the need for clearer regulations in the AI domain. Johansson’s experience underscores the growing concerns about intellectual property and safety in the rapidly advancing field of AI.
Scarlett Johansson to Testify Before Congress on AI and Deepfakes
Scarlett Johansson is set to testify before Congress about AI and deepfakes.
1–2 minutes
TOP STORIES
Apple is tightening privacy controls on macOS to protect users from AI risks …
Trump consulted Musk’s Grok chatbot before military actions in Venezuela …
Google’s satellite launch aims to test its AI chips in space, paving the way for future orbital data centers …
OpenAI has dismissed three researchers for sharing confidential information with an outside organization …
Gemini 4 Argon is designed to excel in cybersecurity, coding, and visual analysis …
Project Meridian seeks to redefine warfare by leveraging advanced technology with the help of industry leaders …
