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School athletic director arrested for framing principal using AI voice synthesis

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

School athletic director arrested for framing principal using AI voice synthesis

Dazhon Darien, the former athletic director of Pikesville High School, has been arrested for using AI to impersonate the school's principal, Eric Eiswert. Darien allegedly used AI voice synthesis software to create a fake recording of Eiswert making racist and antisemitic remarks, which was then circulated on social media. The incident caused significant controversy within the school community, with many initially believing the remarks were genuine. Baltimore County Police linked Darien to the creation and distribution of the recording, and an investigation is ongoing. This incident highlights the potential dangers of AI voice-cloning technology for malicious purposes.

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Your AI clone could target your family, but there’s a simple defense

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Arstechnica · 10m ago

Your AI clone could target your family, but there’s a simple defense

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned Americans to establish a secret word or phrase with their family members to guard against voice-cloning scams. Criminals are increasingly using AI-powered voice synthesis to impersonate loved ones during emergencies. The FBI advises individuals to have a unique word or phrase that their family members can ask for to verify their identity if they suspect anything unusual. Criminals employ AI-generated audio to create convincing voice clips of relatives requesting emergency financial aid or ransom. The FBI also notes that AI models are being used to create fraudulent profile photos, identification documents, and chatbots on fake websites.

Spotify tests using AI to automatically clone and translate podcast voices

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Arstechnica · 2y ago

Spotify tests using AI to automatically clone and translate podcast voices

Spotify is piloting a program that uses AI to translate podcasts into different languages while preserving the original speaker's voice. This feature aims to provide a more authentic listening experience, although it may introduce language errors. The voice synthesis technology from OpenAI is used for this purpose. Currently, the feature is available for select podcasters and can translate English voices to Spanish, French, and German. Spotify plans to gather feedback to improve the voice translation feature.

Here’s how deepfake vishing attacks work, and why they can be hard to detect

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Arstechnica · 2m ago

Here’s how deepfake vishing attacks work, and why they can be hard to detect

Deepfake vishing attacks utilize AI voice cloning to impersonate trusted individuals, compelling victims to take urgent actions like wiring money or divulging credentials. Attackers gather brief voice samples from public sources, use software to replicate the voice, and make calls to deceive recipients. These scams are hard to detect and prevent due to their realism and potential use of real-time voice synthesis. To counter such threats, precautions like verifying with a pre-agreed codeword are recommended.

Amazon introduces Nova Sonic, a new foundation model for voice AI

YourStory

YourStory · 6m ago

Amazon introduces Nova Sonic, a new foundation model for voice AI

Amazon has unveiled Nova Sonic, a new voice-focused AI model that integrates speech recognition, language processing, and synthesis into one system, enhancing natural-sounding AI conversations. This model enables the development of voice-based applications in various sectors like customer service, healthcare, and education. Nova Sonic aims to offer more natural interactions, matching conversational tone and style, and is touted as cost-efficient compared to competitors. Additionally, Amazon launched Nova Reel 1.1 for generating short videos from text.

New AI model can hallucinate a game of 1993’s Doom in real time

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

New AI model can hallucinate a game of 1993’s Doom in real time

Google and Tel Aviv University researchers have developed GameNGen, an AI model that can simulate the 1993 game Doom in real-time using AI image generation techniques. The model, which functions as a limited game engine, has the potential to enable real-time video game synthesis by using AI to generate graphics on the spot. GameNGen can generate new frames of Doom gameplay at over 20 frames per second, and in tests, humans struggled to distinguish between the generated frames and actual gameplay footage. The model uses a modified version of Stable Diffusion 1.4 for image synthesis.

Talking to ChatGPT for the first time is a surreal experience

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

Talking to ChatGPT for the first time is a surreal experience

OpenAI's ChatGPT-4o is rolling out its "Advanced Voice" features, allowing users to engage in audio conversations. The voice synthesis technology gives ChatGPT a more natural and human-like cadence, making interactions feel more engaging. However, ChatGPT emphasizes that it is still a computer program and lacks real emotions or consciousness. People may form parasocial relationships with AI, but it should not replace human connections. Interruptions in conversations with AI are acceptable, and the technology aims to adapt to the natural flow of dialogue. Despite the convincing nature of AI's voice, its responses are based solely on patterns and instructions.

How voice deepfakes are emerging as a new threat

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

How voice deepfakes are emerging as a new threat

Voice clones or deepfakes, created using generative AI tools, are becoming a concerning tool for cyber scammers. AI-related scams using voice deepfaking have been reported across India, with websites offering free voice cloning options in multiple languages. These clones can be used for malicious purposes, such as phishing or fraud. While some AI service providers are offering tools to identify cloned audio, experts believe that awareness, skepticism, and security best practices are necessary to prevent falling victim to voice AI scams.

Get good at using AI like my generation did with coding: Altman

Inshorts · 7m ago

Get good at using AI like my generation did with coding: Altman

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has advised those graduating from high school "to get really good at using AI tools". "Like when I was graduating as a senior from high school, the obvious tactical thing was to get...good at coding," he added. He further said that the need for software engineers could lessen with AI advancement.

Apple is trying to get ‘LLM Siri’ back on track

The Verge

The Verge · 5m ago

Apple is trying to get ‘LLM Siri’ back on track

Apple is working on revamping Siri with a generative AI, internally called “LLM Siri,” to address its struggling Apple Intelligence platform. The company faces challenges, including hesitance from software chief Craig Federighi to invest heavily in AI, and difficulties integrating old and new Siri features. Apple started late in AI development compared to competitors and is attempting a complete Siri overhaul to improve functionality. Adjustments include using AI for web searches and leveraging iPhones for enhanced data synthesis.

Meta AI on WhatsApp to get a new voice chat mode

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Meta AI on WhatsApp to get a new voice chat mode

WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new voice chat mode for its AI chatbot, Meta AI. The mode, spotted in a beta update for Android, will allow users to have real-time conversations with the chatbot using voice commands. This feature aims to make interactions with the chatbot faster, more natural, and more efficient. Users will be able to personalize their experience by selecting a preferred voice for the chatbot. WhatsApp is also testing a shortcut to quickly activate the voice chat mode.

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