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Groq and PlayAI launch Dialog, a faster and more natural text-to-speech system

Groq and PlayAI have partnered to create Dialog, a text-to-speech system that delivers more natural-sounding voice AI. According to Michael Nuñez of VentureBeat, the system combines PlayAI’s voice technology with Groq’s high-speed inference platform. Dialog features an “adaptive speech contextualizer” that maintains awareness of conversation flow, allowing responses with appropriate tone and emotion. The system … Read more

AI voice cloning tools lack effective safeguards against misuse

Most AI voice cloning services have inadequate protections against nonconsensual voice impersonation, according to a Consumer Reports investigation. The study examined six leading publicly available tools and found that five had easily bypassed safeguards. As reported by NBC News, four services (ElevenLabs, Speechify, PlayHT, and Lovo) merely require checking a box confirming authorization, while Resemble … Read more

Voice cloning startup PlayAI raises $21M amid safety concerns

PlayAI, a company developing AI-powered voice cloning and text-to-speech technology, has secured $21 million in seed funding led by 500 Startups and Kindred Ventures. As reported by Kyle Wiggers for TechCrunch, the Y Combinator-backed startup offers tools for creating synthetic voices, including a voice cloning feature and automated customer service agents. While the technology allows … Read more

Play 3.0 mini is made for conversational AI

Play.ht has released its new speech model, “Play 3.0 mini.” This AI-powered text-to-speech model can speak in over 30 languages and imitate any voice or accent. It offers industry-leading speed and accuracy, according to Play.ht. Play 3.0 mini was designed specifically for conversational AI applications and is intended to be particularly reliable and cost-efficient. The … Read more