The landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) is constantly evolving, with researchers striving to create more efficient and accessible models. The release of ChatGPT in November 2023 marked a significant milestone in AI development, but the model’s initial size required cloud access. However, recent advancements have led to the creation of smaller, more efficient AI models
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The controversy surrounding OpenAI’s voice imitation project has raised significant legal questions. While some experts argue that there is a distinction between imitation and simply recording in the style of someone else, others believe that the superficial similarity between the simulated voice and the original actor may not amount to a clear-cut case of impersonation.
The controversy surrounding the use of Scarlett Johansson’s voice for OpenAI’s ChatGPT AI voice software has sparked a heated debate about the ethics of using someone’s likeness without their consent. Johansson claims that the CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, used a voice similar to hers for the AI software, even after she declined his invitation
It began as a personal quest for justice, driven by tragedy and fueled by determination. Sophie Rollet, a former childcare worker from France, embarked on a decade-long investigation to hold US auto equipment group Goodyear accountable for the death of her husband, Jean-Paul. Her relentless pursuit finally bore fruit as authorities carried out raids on
Recently, the workers at Mercedes-Benz’s Alabama facilities have voted against a union drive, dealing a blow to the United Auto Workers’ efforts. The outcome was decided with 2,642 votes against unionization and 2,045 in favor, marking a significant setback for the UAW’s push to organize the American South. Despite hopes for a victory following a
Recently, music streaming giant Spotify found itself at the center of a legal battle as it was sued in a US federal court for allegedly underpaying songwriters, composers, and publishers by tens of millions of dollars. The lawsuit was filed in New York by the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC), a non-profit organization responsible for collecting
It seems that TikTok is not willing to accept the reality of the situation regarding the sell-off ruling in the U.S. Despite the bill being approved and the votes already cast, TikTok continues to push its agenda of highlighting its value to the U.S. This approach seems to be redundant at this stage, as the
The co-founder of OpenAI, Ilya Sutskever, announced his departure from the Microsoft-backed startup in a recent post. This decision comes after a tumultuous period for OpenAI involving a leadership crisis with co-founder Sam Altman. The board of OpenAI expressed concerns about Altman’s communication and transparency, leading to a series of events that ultimately resulted in
A group of eight TikTok creators are taking legal action to prevent a law that would result in the app being banned unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, divests it. They argue that such a move would not only jeopardize their sources of income but also hinder their ability to express themselves creatively. This lawsuit
Tesla, the electric vehicle pioneer, is facing legal challenges from the nonprofit Environmental Democracy Project over allegations of non-compliance with the Clean Air Act at its assembly plant in Fremont, California. This lawsuit shines a light on the environmental impact of Tesla’s manufacturing practices, raising questions about the company’s commitment to sustainability despite its promotion