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Date Published
Author
Jim Tamura
Word count
485
Language
English
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None

Summary

ElevenLabs, in collaboration with the Japanese non-profit organization AILAS, has launched a voice ID system to protect Japanese actors and voice actors from AI misuse by marking their voices as authorized for AI use. This partnership introduces authenticated IDs for professional voices, ensuring the voice has been consensually registered and authorized, marking the first time a major AI voice platform displays voice authenticity indicators at this scale. AILAS works closely with actors to define use conditions and ensure fair trade of AI-generated voices, issuing IDs that confirm the original voice owner's knowledge and consent. This system addresses studios' and creators' demand for clarity in AI voice use, with over 3,700 professionals eligible for registration and a projected adoption rate of up to 20% in the first year. The initiative not only aims to protect the rights of voice actors but also sets a precedent that could influence standards in other countries, such as South Korea, which are observing the development closely.