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technology2 months ago

Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine Sign AI Voice Licensing Deals

Actors Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine have partnered with AI company ElevenLabs to create AI-generated versions of their voices, with McConaughey investing in the company and using its technology to produce a Spanish-language version of his newsletter, while Caine joins the company's Iconic Voice Marketplace to license his voice for various projects, highlighting advancements in ethical AI voice replication and storytelling.

via Variety|
#ai-voice#celebrity-voices#digital-media
technology2 years ago

Amazon Phasing Out Celebrity Voices for Alexa on Echo Devices

Amazon has confirmed that it will discontinue the celebrity voices feature on its virtual assistant Alexa, including those of Amitabh Bachchan, Samuel L. Jackson, Melissa McCarthy, and Shaquille O'Neal. Customers who have already purchased the voices of McCarthy and O'Neal can use them until September 30, while Jackson's voice will be available until June 7, 2023. Amazon's spokesperson said that customers can contact their customer service team for a refund. The reason for discontinuing the feature is not clear.

via NDTV|
#alexa#amazon#celebrity-voices
technology2 years ago

Amazon pulls the plug on Alexa's celebrity voices, no refunds given.

Amazon is discontinuing its celebrity voices for Alexa, including Samuel L. Jackson, Shaquille O’Neal, and Melissa McCarthy. The voices were available for purchase at a low price, but Amazon will no longer support them on Alexa devices. The feature allowed users to ask questions, hear jokes, or listen to a story in the style of the celebrity voice. It is unclear why Amazon has decided to discontinue the feature, but it could be due to the company's broader Alexa woes, including operating losses and layoffs.

via The Verge|
#alexa#amazon#celebrity-voices