"OpenAI's Rapid Voice Cloning Tool Raises Safety Concerns"
OpenAI has unveiled Voice Engine, a new voice cloning technology that can replicate a person's voice, intonation, and speech patterns based on a 15-second sample of original audio. The company is being cautious about its broader release due to concerns about misuse, including the impersonation of prominent figures. OpenAI is also working on GPT-5, a generative video tool called Sora, and a secret project named Q*. The company is emphasizing responsible deployment and is placing restrictions on Voice Engine, including obtaining explicit consent from the original speaker and prohibiting the impersonation of individuals or organizations without consent.