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Hollywood and video game voice actors are concerned about new AI technology that creates replicas of their voices.
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Voice actors are being asked to sign contracts that give away rights to their voices for use in AI.
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The practice could decimate entire aspects of the industry, according to the voice actors.
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Voice actors claim that the technology cannot replace human performance, despite sounding tonally like their voice.
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The new technology could allow game developers, animation studios and commercial clients to use more performances from the voice actors without proper compensation.
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Companies now offer ways to clone or synthesize a person's voice using AI.
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They typically work by having users record their voices using a script, after which a replica of the voice is created.
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Some companies allow users to upload previously recorded audio, raising concerns about consent.
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The co-founder of one AI company, ElevenLabs, envisions a future where AI companies could partner with voice actors.
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The voice actors believe that the practice is disrespectful to their craft and believe that AI cannot replace human performance.