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OpenAI has announced a delay in the release of voice and emotion-reading features for its ChatGPT chatbot, initially planned for late June. The postponement is due to the need for further safety testing after a demo last month sparked both user excitement and a potential lawsuit from actress Scarlett Johansson, who claimed her voice was used without permission. OpenAI intends to release the features to paying subscribers by the fall, subject to meeting stringent safety and reliability standards. The company had introduced synthetic voices, or “personas,” last year, showcasing an advanced AI system capable of expressive speech and nuanced interactions. One such voice closely resembled Johansson’s character in the film “Her,” leading to legal threats. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has refuted claims of using Johansson’s voice, stating a different actor provided the training audio. The delay highlights broader challenges in the tech industry, with companies like Google and Microsoft also facing setbacks in their AI initiatives. OpenAI aims to refine its chatbot to better identify and block inappropriate content, addressing concerns over AI-generated misinformation, and biases, and ensuring robust emotional interpretation capabilities.

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