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ChatGPT maker OpenAI has unveiled a voice-cloning tool but has no plans to release it yet as it tries to iron out safety concerns surrounding the latest addition to its generative artificial intelligence arsenal.

The service, Voice Engine, has been in development since late 2022 about the same time when ChatGPT was launched and uses text input and a 15-second audio sample to generate natural-sounding speech that closely resembles the original speaker, California-based OpenAI said in a blog post on Friday.

It is aimed at reading assistance, translation, supporting people who are non-verbal and helping patients with degenerative speech conditions recover their voice, as well as being a service to help hasten community services in remote areas, it said.

Voice Engine joins OpenAI's suite of generative AI platforms, including Dall-E for images, Sora for video and ChatGPT, which began the generative AI revolution.

Early testers will be able to preview Voice Engine, with no plans to go public at this time, OpenAI said, in line with the company's approach to AI safety and our voluntary commitment.

We are taking a cautious and informed approach to a broader release due to the potential for synthetic voice misuse. We hope to start a dialogue on the responsible deployment of synthetic voices and how society can adapt to these new capabilities, OpenAI said.

The company did not provide a timeline for Voice Engine's general release.

Based on these conversations and the results of these small-scale tests, we will make a more informed decision about whether and how to deploy this technology at scale, it said.

Voice cloning has long been used in industries and supports tasks such as customer support and engagement, as well as contribute to cost and operational efficiencies.

The global voice cloning market is projected to hit nearly $9.3 billion by 2030, from an estimated $1.45 billion in 2022, growing at a compound annual rate of more than 26 per cent, latest data from Grand View Research shows.

However, with the advent of generative AI, risks have also come to the fore, which include misinformation, fakery and bias, among others.

OpenAI, in particular, acknowledged that these risks are heightened in 2024, being an election year in the US, where a rematch is expected between incumbent President Joe Biden and Donald Trump, who engaged in a highly-polarising, social media-fuelled battle in 2020.

We recognise that generating speech that resembles people's voices has serious risks we are engaging with US and international partners from across government, media, entertainment, education, civil society and beyond to ensure we are incorporating their feedback as we build, OpenAI said.

OpenAI said its Voice Engine partners have agreed to its use policies, which prohibit the impersonation of another individual or organisation without consent or legal right, and require explicit and informed consent from the original speaker.

We dont allow developers to build ways for individual users to create their own voices. Partners must also clearly disclose to their audience that the voices they're hearing are AI-generated, the company said.

Meanwhile, OpenAI and its biggest backer, Microsoft, are in talks to develop a data centre powered by a supercomputer built from millions of specialised chips, The Information reported on Friday, quoting sources.

The supercomputer, said to be named Stargate, is expected to cost as much as $100 billion and would be based in the US, it said.

Microsoft, which reportedly invested $10 billion into OpenAI in January 2023, will be most likely to finance the project, which would be about 100 times more costly compared to present data centre projects, the report said.

OpenAI and Microsoft have not commented on the report.

Updated: March 30, 2024, 7:36 AM

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OpenAI couldnt help itself: The company has developed voice-cloning technology thats so good its bound to both impress and scare users. But for now, OpenAI is only releasing the system to select partners.

Called Voice Engine, the technology can clone your voice simply by listening to a 15-second clip of you talking. In addition, the replicated voice can convey emotion and the natural cadence of human speech, making the AI-generated dialog sound realistic.

OpenAI says that it first developed Voice Engine in late 2022 to power the text-to-speech capability for ChatGPT. But rather than release Voice Engine to the public, the company has essentially decided that society isnt quite ready for it at least not yet.

We are taking a cautious and informed approach to a broader release due to the potential for synthetic voice misuse, the company wrote in a blog post that showcases several examples of Voice Engine in action.

As you can hear, the AI-generated speech is often indistinguishable from the reference audio. In the wrong hands, its obvious the technology could be used to pump out deepfakes to misinform the public. But despite the potential for misuse, OpenAI says Voice Engine could be useful for society.

The blog post goes on to say that starting late last year the company began testing Voice Engine with a small group of trusted partners. The results show that the voice cloning could be used as a reading assistant for school children. It can also act as a translator, using the persons voice to speak in multiple different languages.

Another use case involves providing the voice-cloning technology to people whove lost the ability to speak, similar to what Apple is doing. As a result, OpenAI has decided to release Voice Engine in preview mode to partners who agree to never use the technology for unauthorized impersonation purposes.

Partners must also clearly disclose to their audience that the voices they're hearing are AI-generated, the company said. OpenAI has also added a watermarking system to help detect any AI-generated audio from Voice Engine.

Still, OpenAI isnt guaranteeing itll ever widely release the voice-cloning tech. The company says a lot will depend on how society responds to the rise of generative AI, which is already blurring lines between fiction and reality.

We hope to start a dialogue on the responsible deployment of synthetic voices, and how society can adapt to these new capabilities, the company added. Based on these conversations and the results of these small scale tests, we will make a more informed decision about whether and how to deploy this technology at scale.

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Voice synthesis has come a long way since 1978's Speak & Spell toy, which once wowed people with its state-of-the-art ability to read words aloud using an electronic voice. Now, using deep-learning AI models, software can create not only realistic-sounding voices, but also convincingly imitate existing voices using small samples of audio.

Along those lines, OpenAI just announced Voice Engine, a text-to-speech AI model for creating synthetic voices based on a 15-second segment of recorded audio. It has provided audio samples of the Voice Engine in action on its website.

Once a voice is cloned, a user can input text into the Voice Engine and get an AI-generated voice result. But OpenAI is not ready to widely release its technology yet. The company initially planned to launch a pilot program for developers to sign up for the Voice Engine API earlier this month. But after more consideration about ethical implications, the company decided to scale back its ambitions for now.

"In line with our approach to AI safety and our voluntary commitments, we are choosing to preview but not widely release this technology at this time," the company writes. "We hope this preview of Voice Engine both underscores its potential and also motivates the need to bolster societal resilience against the challenges brought by ever more convincing generative models."

Voice cloning tech in general is not particularly newwe've covered several AI voice synthesis models since 2022, and the tech is active in the open source community with packages like OpenVoice and XTTSv2. But the idea that OpenAI is inching toward letting anyone use their particular brand of voice tech is notable. And in some ways, the company's reticence to release it fully might be the bigger story.

OpenAI says that benefits of its voice technology include providing reading assistance through natural-sounding voices, enabling global reach for creators by translating content while preserving native accents, supporting non-verbal individuals with personalized speech options, and assisting patients in recovering their own voice after speech-impairing conditions.

But it also means that anyone with 15 seconds of someone's recorded voice could effectively clone it, and that has obvious implications for potential misuse. Even if OpenAI never widely releases its Voice Engine, the ability to clone voices has already caused trouble in society through phone scams where someone imitates a loved one's voice and election campaign robocalls featuring cloned voices from politicians like Joe Biden.

Also, researchers and reporters have shown that voice-cloning technology can be used to break into bank accounts that use voice authentication (such as Chase's Voice ID), which prompted Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), the chairman of the US Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, to send a letter to the CEOs of several major banks in May 2023 to inquire about the security measures banks are taking to counteract AI-powered risks.

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Microsoft-backed OpenAI is perhaps best known for ChatGPT, its conversational AI model that made waves back when it launched publicly in 2022, and is still highly impressive to this day. Since then, the firm has also unveiled Sora, an AI model that can generate video clips using just textual input. While Sora is yet to become available publicly, OpenAI has now announced yet another AI model, and this time, it's capable of generating synthetic audio.

The highlight of OpenAI's latest invention is that it can generate realistic synthetic audio using just 15 seconds of sample audio input. It can even generate audio in other languages by mimicking the sound patterns of the original sample. Dubbed Voice Engine, this model is quite small, which makes its audio cloning capabilities all the more impressive.

OpenAI has been working on this project since at least 2022, and it's the technology that powers its text-to-speech API and ChatGPT Voice and Read Aloud. Over on its website, the company has impressive examples where the model has generated extremely realistic audio pieces on various topics by leveraging 15 seconds of sample data on an unrelated topic. You can check those out here.

OpenAI has shared several potential applications of Voice Engine. It can be used to provide reading assistance to non-readers, translate content to reach global audiences, and offer therapeutic services for people who are non-verbal. All the aforementioned scenarios have already been trialed by OpenAI in a private preview conducted with select partners on a small scale.

But perhaps the most interesting part of OpenAI's latest announcement is that the firm isn't ready to release Voice Engine to the public just yet. The reason behind this is potential safety concerns where someone's voice can be cloned without their consent, which is extremely problematic, especially in the U.S. where 2024 is election year. During its private preview with partners, OpenAI ensured that its partners agreed to its usage policies, which included using someone's audio only after the individual's explicit consent, clearly disclose when synthetic audio is being used, and digitally watermarking content generated by the model.

OpenAI will only release Voice Engine once (or if) it reaches an agreement regarding safeguards for the model. Until then, the company has emphasized that the world needs to understand where the technology is headed. For now, it has encouraged banking systems to phase out support for voice detection as a security measure, and requested the community at large to educate itself regarding deceptive AI content, explore policies to safeguard the use of an individual's voice, and implement mechanisms that enable anyone to identify whether a voice is human- or AI-generated.

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OpenAI, the world's leading artificial intelligence start-up, has unveiled its digital voice generator, called Voice Engine. This cutting-edge technology can generate realistic speech using just a 15-second audio sample. The San Francisco-based company, known for its chatbot ChatGPT and image generator DALL-E, is exploring various applications for Voice Engine such as aiding children with reading, translating languages, and assisting cancer patients in regaining their voices.

Despite the potential benefits of Voice Engine, OpenAI has decided to delay its broader release due to concerns about misuse. Fears of unauthorized voice imitation or deepfakes have been expressed by social media users. This decision is especially significant during an election year when the risk of misuse is heightened. As stated in a company blog post, "We are taking a cautious and informed approach to a broader release due to the potential for synthetic voice misuse."

OpenAI has expressed its intention to initiate discussions about the responsible use of synthetic voices and societal adaptation to these new capabilities. The company's future deployment of this technology will be guided by these conversations and findings from preliminary tests. As stated by the company, "We hope to start a dialogue on the responsible deployment of synthetic voices, and how society can adapt to these new capabilities."

The 2024 election has already seen its first fake voice incident in New Hampshire involving a robocall imitating President Joe Biden. The event led the Federal Communications Commission to unanimously ban unsolicited AI robocalls. OpenAI acknowledged these political risks in its blog post, stating, "We recognize that generating speech that resembles people's voices has serious risks, which are especially top of mind in an election year."

OpenAI is actively seeking feedback from US and international partners across diverse sectors such as government, media, entertainment, education, and civil society. The company's guidelines strictly prohibit impersonation without consent or legal right. They also support voice authentication experiences and a "no-go voice list" to prevent creating voices too similar to well-known figures.

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OpenAI's voice-cloning tool is impressive but full of safety concerns - NewsBytes

OpenAI, renowned for its creation of the popular chatbot ChatGPT, has made a significant foray into the voice assistant industry. The company recently showcased its innovative Voice Engine technology, allowing the cloning of a persons voice. Despite this breakthrough, OpenAI has decided against publicly releasing the technology at present due to concerns about potential misuse.

By drawing on a mere 15-second audio recording of an individual speaking, OpenAIs Voice Engine can accurately replicate their voice. While the company plans to provide a preview to select early testers, it remains cautious about the technologys wider release, acknowledging the inherent risks involved. OpenAI is particularly mindful of the dangers of generating speech that closely resembles individuals voices, especially during an election year, when it could be exploited for harmful purposes.

The Oakland-based company, in a recent statement, emphasized that it recognizes the serious risks associated with voice cloning technology. The unfortunate incident during the New Hampshire presidential primary, where voters received robocalls featuring an AI-generated voice imitating President Joe Biden, highlights the potential misuse of such advancements. While multiple start-ups already offer voice-cloning technology accessible to the public or specific business enterprises like entertainment studios, OpenAI is prioritizing safety and responsible use.

To ensure ethical use, OpenAI has taken measures to safeguard the technology. Early Voice Engine testers have committed to refraining from impersonating individuals without their consent and are obligated to disclose the AI-generated nature of the voices. This responsible approach aims to mitigate potential harms associated with identity fraud or other ill-intentioned actions.

OpenAIs trajectory aligns with its previous strategic approach. The company previously announced, without extensive release, its video-generator Sora. However, a trademark application filed in March indicates that OpenAI likely intends to delve further into speech recognition and digital voice assistant technologies. By continuing to improve such innovations, OpenAI is positioning itself to compete with existing voice products like Amazons Alexa.

FAQ: Q: What is Voice Engine technology? A: OpenAIs Voice Engine technology allows the cloning of a persons voice using just a 15-second audio recording of them speaking.

Q: Why isnt OpenAI releasing the technology to the public? A: OpenAI has concerns about the potential misuse and risks associated with generating speech that resembles peoples voices, particularly during an election year.

Q: How does OpenAI ensure responsible use of the technology? A: Early Voice Engine testers have agreed not to impersonate someone without their consent and are obligated to disclose that the voices are AI-generated.

Q: What other technologies has OpenAI previously announced? A: OpenAI has previously introduced the video-generator Sora without a wide release.

Sources: [OpenAIs Voice Engine Technology](https://openai.com/voice-engine/) [Trademark Application](https://trademarks.justia.com/901/34/openai-90134377.html)

OpenAIs venture into the voice assistant industry with its Voice Engine technology is a significant development in the field. The companys innovative technology has the ability to clone a persons voice using a short 15-second audio recording. While OpenAI does plan to provide a preview of the technology to select early testers, there are concerns about the potential misuse and risks associated with its wider release.

One particular issue that OpenAI is mindful of is generating speech that closely resembles individuals voices during an election year. The company understands the harm that could come from exploiting this technology for malicious purposes. The incident during the New Hampshire presidential primary, where voters received robocalls featuring an AI-generated voice imitating President Joe Biden, highlights the need for responsible use and safeguards in place to prevent identity fraud and other ill-intentioned actions.

OpenAIs responsible approach aims to mitigate these potential harms. Early Voice Engine testers are committed to refraining from impersonating individuals without their consent and are obligated to disclose that the voices are AI-generated. This ethical use policy helps safeguard against misuse and misuse of the cloned voices.

While OpenAI has decided against publicly releasing the technology at present, it likely has future plans to further explore speech recognition and digital voice assistant technologies. A trademark application filed by the company indicates its ongoing interest in this area. By developing and improving these innovations, OpenAI is positioning itself to compete with existing voice products such as Amazons Alexa.

For additional information, you can visit OpenAIs website to learn more about their Voice Engine technology here. You can also refer to a trademark application filed by OpenAI for further insights here.

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Japanese startup PorMedTec says it's have cloned three piglets with the express purpose of having their organs be viable for transplantation to humans, without being rejected by the immune system.

The company imported gene-edited cells from a US biotech startup called eGenesis and used them to create genetically modified embryos, the Japan Times reports, which were then implanted into the uterus of a pig.

"The realization of xenotransplantation has been long awaited in Japan for several years, but it remained in the basic research stage because pigs that could withstand clinical application were still under development," the company said in a statement.

The idea of solving a global organ shortage by creating donor animals has been around for years. Japan, much like the US, is suffering from a major organ shortage. According to the Japan Organ Transplant Network, there are 16,000 people on the waiting list, but only 400 people receive them every year.

Despite certain advances, however, scientists are still struggling to get the human body to accept organs from nonhuman animal sources, especially long term.

Last month, researchers at the University of Pennsylvania hooked a genetically modified pig liver also courtesy of eGenesis to a brain-dead patient. The liver successfully filtered the man's blood for 72 hours.

Last year, a Maryland man who was suffering from terminal heart disease received the world's second genetically-modified pig heart transplant. He lived for nearly six weeks following the surgery.

Now, PorMedTec is clearly looking to push those frontiers again.

"Production of our first donors outside the United States is a critical milestone for eGenesis," eGenesis CEO Mike Curtis said in the statement. "This demonstrates the potential of broadening our reach and the promise of our platform to additional geographies and patient populations in need."

A different team led by researchers at the Jikei University School of Medicine is hoping to apply for approval of a clinical study involving the transplantation of a pig's kidney into a human fetus with kidney disease.

PorMedTec recently published a preclinical study in the journal Nature, outlining their efforts to knock out kidney genes involved in the pathways that influence the ways the human body rejects nonhuman tissues.

"The successful cloning in Japan of a genetically engineered pig with such a track record will help accelerate efforts to realize clinical applications in the nation," the company said in its statement.

More on xenotransplantation: Gene-Hacked Pig Liver Successfully Filters Blood of Human Patient

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