Meta is reportedly offering millions of dollars to celebrities like Awkwafina, Keegan-Michael Key, and Judi Dench to use their voices for AI voice clones. The tech giant aims to finalize the deals before its Connect 2024 event.
Meta is not alone in exploring the intersection of AI and celebrities. Google is working on creating AI chatbots of famous people and fictional characters, while Character.ai offers custom chatbots based on famous and fictional people.
Celebrities and their representatives are hesitant to agree on the terms of use for their AI voices, fearing that AI could replace their work. Industry unions, such as SAG-AFTRA, are working to secure benefits for their members in the face of AI advancements.
Key Points: