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Ryan Morrison
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1017
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English
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Summary

The Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, has introduced an AI-powered installation called "Ask Dalí," which uses ElevenLabs' voice cloning technology to create an interactive experience where visitors can engage in conversations with a digitally recreated Salvador Dalí. Developed in collaboration with creative agency Goodby Silverstein & Partners, this project allows museum-goers to ask questions and receive responses in the voice and style of the surrealist artist through a reproduction of his famous lobster phone. The AI uses ElevenLabs’ Eleven Multilingual V2 text-to-speech model and OpenAI’s GPT-4 to ensure accurate and spontaneous interactions, reflecting Dalí's personality and speech patterns. Despite challenges, such as recreating Dalí’s distinct Catalan accent, the installation has successfully conducted over 75,000 conversations, offering an engaging blend of technology and surrealism. The Museum, known for its innovative use of technology, also features other digital exhibits, further cementing its commitment to maintaining Dalí’s legacy through modern means.