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ChatGPT Advanced voice Mode First Impressions: Fun, and Just a Bit Creepy

The new voice feature from OpenAI for ChatGPT is often entertaining and will even do a Trump impression. It likely rolls out to all paid users this fall. Key Points

WIRED

Some people are getting emotionally attached to the voice mode in ChatGPT 4o

OpenAI released a safety analysis, highlighting the newly found risks in ChatGPT 4o voice mode. This document describes safety testing procedures, and highlights the measures being taken by the company to minimise and manage possible risks associated with GPT 4o. Key Points

India Today

Elon Musk reacts to ChatGPT getting accused of copying Scarlett Johansson's voice

Scarlett Johansson accused OpenAI's ChatGPT of copying her voice. Elon Musk compared the controversy to a 'Black Mirror' episode. Key Points

India Today

How to Stop ChatGPT’s voice Feature From Interrupting You

ChatGPT’s conversation tools are fantastic—when the chatbot isn’t constantly talking over you. Try these tips for a better AI audio experience. Key Points

WIRED

OpenAI Can Re-Create Human Voices—but Won’t Release the Tech Yet

Voice Engine is a new text-to-speech AI model for creating synthetic voices. OpenAI has said a wide release would be too risky. Key Points

WIRED

OpenAI unveils its voice cloning tool ‘Voice Engine’; restricts it to testers only: Here's why

OpenAI unveils voice Engine for voice replication, emphasizing responsible deployment and ethical guidelines. Limited release to early testers to mitigate risks of misuse. Poised to compete in speech recognition market, shaping future human-computer interaction. Key Points

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‘Among Us’ Animated Series: Check out what we know about voice cast, production team, characters and more

CBS Studios and Innersloth are teaming up to bring the Among Us game to life in animated form. The series will follow the thrilling premise of the game, where crew members must identify and eliminate an alien impostor among them. With a talented voice cast and experienced production team, the series promises to be a thrilling and immersive experience for fans of the game. Key Points

Economic Times

The voice Season 25: Check release timings across time zones and meet the new judges

The highly anticipated American singing competition, The Voice, returns with its 25th season, promising an exciting showcase of musical talent under the mentorship of renowned judges. As the blind auditions kick off, the release timings for different regions become crucial information for eager fans. Key Points

Economic Times

AI has made it way too easy to clone President Biden's voice

A fake 'robocall' by Joe Biden has revived anxiety over AI misuse. voice cloning represents a significant threat to democracies worldwide. Key Points

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Mortal Kombat 1 voice Cast Revealed: Check out the complete list

The Mortal Kombat 1 voice cast features a diverse array of characters voiced by talented actors, enhancing the game's impact. The roster includes renowned stars like John Cena and Jean-Claude Van Damme, creating anticipation for a thrilling gaming experience with additional characters expected through DLC releases in 2023-2024. Key Points

Economic Times

WhatsApp introduces disappearing voice notes feature to keep your conversations private

WhatsApp has introduced the disappearing voice notes feature in order to enhance users' privacy. Here is how you can use the feature. Key Points

India Today

WhatsApp rolling out new voice chat feature with large groups

Voice chats allow you to instantly talk live with members of a group chat while still being able to message in the group. Meta-owned WhatsApp is introducing a new voice chat feature that will be a less disruptive method to connect with large groups on the platform. Key Points

The Tribune India

He sounded exactly like my nephew: Woman loses Rs 1.4 lakh in AI voice scam

A 59-year-old woman loses Rs 1.4 lakh in an AI voice scam where the fraudster mimicked her nephew's voice. The incident is a stark reminder of the rising prevalence of advanced technology-enabled frauds. Key Points

India Today

WhatsApp rolling out new voice chat feature with large groups

Voice chats allow you to instantly talk live with members of a group chat while still being able to message in the group. Meta-owned WhatsApp is introducing a new voice chat feature that will be a less disruptive method to connect with large groups on the platform. Key Points

The Tribune India

Scammers are using voice cloning tech to trick people, can create fake voices of anyone in seconds

Emerging voice cloning and deepfake technology raise fears of deception and privacy breaches while scammers exploit it. It has come to light that scammers are using voice cloning tech to trick people, and create fake voices of anyone in seconds. Actress Rashmika Mandanna also fell victim to a viral deepfake video that portrayed her entering an elevator. Here are the details. Key Points

India Today

I'm a professional opera singer. When I lost my voice because of vocal cord paralysis, I also lost my spirituality and sense of self.

After being diagnosed with a spinal cord injury, the singer needed surgery. He was then diagnosed with vocal cord paralysis. Key Points

Insider

voice actor Jimmy Weldon, famous for Hanna-Barbera's Yakky Doodle Duck, passes away at 99

Voice actor Jimmy Weldon, who is known for voicing Yakky Doodle Duck in Hanna-Barbera cartoons, has passed away at the age of 99. Weldon began his career as a disc jockey and later became a popular kids TV host. His talent for mimicking Donald Duck's quacking voice led to his memorable portrayal of Yakky Doodle. Key Points

Economic Times

Pause and reflect: Are you doing voice notes right?

They’re suddenly everywhere, far easier than text. But only if everyone keeps to the rules: it is not a personal podcast; get to the point; keep it brief. Key Points

Hindustan Times

Heads of 120 nations passed resolution asking PM Modi to lead them on global front, says Maha dy CM Devend

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday said the heads of state and government of 120 nations wanted Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lead them and become their voice on the global front. He was speaking at a Bharatiya Janata Party rally in Kalyan in neighbouring Thane district. Key Points

Economic Times

Mercedes-Benz is making its cars smarter by integrating ChatGPT. Check full details

Mercedes-Benz is integrating ChatGPT in its MBUX voice Assistant to enhance the natural dialogue format. Users can receive updates and even control their smart homes. Customers can participate in a US-focused beta programme for three months to become early adopters of the new technology. Key Points

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The voice Season 24: Premiere date, where to watch, and names of the coaches

The voice Season 24 will be released in Fall 2023 on NBC. Here are the details of the music reality show so far. Key Points

Economic Times

Lost voice Guy, the hilarious comedian from Consett, triumphs on Britain's Got

A comedian named Lost voice Guy emerged as the winner of Britain's Got Talent in June 2018. Along with securing a spot at The Royal Variety Performance, he received a prize of £250,000. Key Points

Economic Times

Alexa can no longer talk like Amitabh Bachchan even if you pay: here are the details

Amazon has decided to remove the celebrity voice feature from Alexa. Voices of famous celebrities, including Amitabh Bachchan, Samuel L. Jackson, Gordon Ramsey are no longer available for purchase. Key Points

India Today

Apple's new feature will allow you to clone your voice in 15 minutes

Apple's new Personal voice feature will allow users to clone their voice in just 15 minutes. The new feature could be part of Apple's upcoming iOS 17. Key Points

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Scammers use AI to clone teenager's voice in kidnapping scam, demand USD 1 million from mother

In a shocking incident that has come to light, scammers cloned a teenager's voice using AI and demanded USD 1 million from her mother as ransom. Here are all the details. Key Points

India Today

Cub customers can use their voice to login

City Union Bank Ltd., (CUB) in association with Kaizen Secure Voiz Pvt. Ltd., has rolled out voice biometric authentication for logging into its mobile banking application Key Points

The Hindu

Rani Mukerji says her soul is missing from Ghulam. Here's why

Rani Mukerji said there was a question raised on whether her voice was good enough for a leading lady opposite Aamir Khan in Ghulam. The actor said she felt hurt, when her voice was dubbed in the film. | Bollywood Key Points

Hindustan Times

Rani Mukerji on people pulling her down for her voice: ‘If I really believed what people thought..’

Rani Mukerji recently shared how many people never thought that her voice would become so special. She proved them wrong by putting her foot down and dubbing her dialogues. Key Points

The Indian Express

ChatGPT Can Now Chat Aloud With You (And Yes, It Sounds Pretty Much Human)

OpenAI’s popular chatbot is speaking up—literally—with a selection of voices that sound eerily like a real human. Plus, you can now upload photos and the chatbot can interpret them. Key Points

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Phone call scam cases rising in India, here is how to be safe

Scammers are using AI backed tools to create realistic and convincing fake voices to trick people and steal money. Here is how you can stay safe. Key Points

India Today

Watch Shaitaan Teaser: R Madhavan’s voice ‘kills’ it as Ajay Devgn, Jyotika star in horror thriller; netizens react

Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, and Jyotika star in the horror thriller Shaitaan, set to release in theatres on March 8. The teaser has received positive reactions from netizens, praising the variety of cinema explored by Ajay Devgn and the spine-chilling voice of R Madhavan. Key Points

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Hogwarts Legacy: Meet the voice actors behind characters in game

Hogwarts Legacy boasts a star-studded cast, featuring renowned actors who bring iconic characters to life. From Simon Pegg as Phineas Nigellus Black to Nicholas Guy Smith's Professor Fig, discover the talent behind the magic in this game. Key Points

Economic Times

WhatsApp users on iOS can now post voice notes as status updates

WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that will let iOS users set voice notes as their status. Here's how to use the new feature. Key Points

The Indian Express

Happy Birthday Kim Taehyung: Best Songs of BTS Member V

V, the charismatic second-youngest BTS member, has not only bewitched audiences with his resonant voice and dance prowess but has also left an indelible mark with his solo tracks. Celebrating his 28th birthday amidst military service, this year holds special significance as fans continue to resonate with the soulful melodies of his debut solo album, Layover.” Key Points

Economic Times

ChatGPT rolls out new voice feature for all users: What is it and how to use it

OpenAI introduces a voice feature for ChatGPT, allowing users to interact using spoken conversation. This update enhances the AI's capabilities, making interactions more natural and dynamic. Key Points

India Today

Man mimics Shammi Narang's voice in Delhi Metro. Watch

A video of a man mimicking Narang's voice has gone viral on social media. Watch the video inside. | Trending Key Points

Hindustan Times

Data is king but OTT gobbles up 80% call and 94% SMS revenue

In the telecom sector, data has trumped voice, with a major share of telecom revenues coming from data. But ironically, data-powered communication apps have grabbed the voice business from telcos, thus eating into the revenues of telcos. With the Internet powering cars, homes, industry, education and governance, data is indeed becoming the new oil. Key Points

Economic Times

New GST rule from Monday: 7 days’ limit to report old invoices on the e-invoice IRP portals

From Monday, come May 01, big GST assesses will have to be extra careful as the new invoicing rule is coming into effect. Under this, every assesses with a turnover of ₹100 crore or more are prohibited from reporting invoices that are more than 7 days old on the date of reporting. Key Points

The Hindu

Here's why Blake Shelton is leaving The Voice

In the 23rd season of The Voice, Blake Shelton, the country singer, is set to make his final appearance as a coach. In the previous season, Bryce Leatherwood was crowned as the champion, giving Blake his ninth win. Below are all of Shelton's statements about his departure which fans should know. Key Points

Hindustan Times

E-way bill generation without B2B e-invoice details to be blocked from March 1

Starting March 1, businesses with turnovers exceeding Rs 5 crore will be required to include e-invoice details for all B2B transactions when generating e-way bills. This measure aims to address discrepancies between e-way bills and e-invoice statements by ensuring that the two are linked for B2B and B2E transactions. Key Points

Economic Times

This paid ChatGPT feature is now free to use, OpenAI jokes about Sam Altman's exit in demo video

OpenAI's ChatGPT, has a new update making its voice chat feature free for all mobile app users. The announcement comes amidst the company's recent upheaval following the sudden exit of CEO Sam Altman. Key Points

India Today

View: Why Diwali should become a festival of lights not sounds

The death of a Kolkata Mounted Police horse, named voice of Reason, after being startled by post-cricket match firecrackers highlights the harmful impact of fireworks on animals, especially during Diwali. The incident brings attention to the often-overlooked aspect of animal welfare amid the festive celebrations. Key Points

Economic Times

‘She was a nerve wreck’, Niall reacts after Gina Miles wins The voice Season 23

The voice Season 23 has a new winner - Gina Miles. Watch the show highlights and what Niall said about his favourite contestant. Key Points

Hindustan Times

Alexa can no longer talk like Amitabh Bachchan

Amazon has confirmed the discontinuation of the celebrity voices feature on Alexa, meaning voices of celebrities like megastar Amitabh Bachchan, American actor Samuel L. Jackson, American former professional basketball player Shaquille O'Neal, among others, will no longer be available to purchase. Key Points

The Tribune India

Man loses over Rs 5 crore after scammer pretends to be his friend using AI face-swapping technology

A scammer duped a man of over Rs 5 crore using AI face-swapping technology. The victim believed that the scammer was his friend and was in genuine need of money. Key Points

India Today

Apple rolls out new feature for iPhones to let you make clearer phone calls, here is how to use

People can use the new voice Isolation feature when they want their voice to be heard clearly in a phone call and other sounds filtered out. The feature is visible in the iOS 16.4 update. Key Points

India Today