David Attenborough Criticizes AI Version of Himself That Went Viral
An AI-generated video of David Attenborough narrating a programmer’s life has gained popularity on social media. The video, created by programmer Charlie Holtz, features an autonomous and real-time narration done in Attenborough’s iconic voice. While many viewers were fascinated by the technology, Attenborough himself expressed deep concern over its use.
In an email exchange with Business Insider, Attenborough revealed his distress about the AI version of him. He acknowledged that his personal feelings may not matter to those who freely create false versions of him. However, he expressed his greatest concern that AI could be used to deceive others by manipulating his words and misrepresenting his lifelong efforts in promoting important issues.
Holtz, the programmer behind the viral video, shared the code he used to create the AI-Attenborough. The video has garnered over 3 million views, generating interest in AI clones. Some people even expressed their desire to incorporate the AI-Attenborough into augmented reality glasses to experience real-time narrations in different locations.
Another programmer, Pietro Schirano, was inspired by Holtz’s video and created an AI-generated Steve Jobs critique of his own designs. These examples highlight the growing fascination and potential applications of AI technology.
Source: David Attenborough finds the AI version of himself ‘personally distressing’
