"George Carlin's Estate Settles Lawsuit Over AI-Generated Comedy"
The estate of comedian George Carlin settled a lawsuit with a comedy podcast over the use of artificial intelligence to mimic Carlin's voice. The podcast creators agreed to remove all content featuring Carlin's likeness and voice. The settlement comes amid growing concerns about the unauthorized use of AI to imitate celebrities, prompting calls for safeguards and legislation to protect artists' rights. The case raises questions about whether AI-generated imitations could be considered fair use parodies, as the entertainment industry grapples with the implications of generative AI tools.