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GTA 5 actor goes nuclear on AI company that made a voice chatbot of him: 'I'm not worried about being replaced... I just…

Jan 15, 2024 - pcgamer.com
Actor Ned Luke, known for his role as Michael De Santa in GTA 5, has successfully had an unlicensed AI voice chatbot, created by AI company WAME, removed from the internet. The chatbot, which used Luke's voice, was promoted by WAME as a way for GTA fans to have a realistic voice conversation with the character Michael De Santa. Luke expressed his anger at the company for using his voice without permission and criticized the SAG-AFTRA union for its weak stance on such issues.

Following Luke's complaints, the chatbot and promotional tweets were deleted. WAME issued a statement acknowledging the ethical and legal complexities of AI technology and committed to protecting the rights of voice actors and creators. Despite this, Luke's comments highlight ongoing ethical debates about the use of AI, particularly in relation to the rights of individuals.

Key takeaways:

  • Ned Luke, the actor who voiced Michael De Santa in GTA 5, has criticized AI company WAME for creating an unlicensed voice chatbot based on his character.
  • After Luke's criticism, the chatbot and promotional tweets for it have been deleted from the internet.
  • Luke also expressed frustration with the SAG-AFTRA union's recent "ethical AI" agreement, which he believes is weak and will lead to more issues like this in the future.
  • WAME issued a statement expressing understanding and concern, and committed to protecting the rights of voice actors and creators while advancing ethical AI practices.
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