Nicola Coughlan, Hugh Bonneville, and Matt Lucas are among approximately 80 signatories backing a campaign to ban AI voice cloning. The group has submitted an open letter to Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham demanding legal protections for voice ownership.
The Save Our Voices Now campaign targets the use of artificial intelligence to replicate real people's voices without consent. The technology allows AI systems to generate speech mimicking anyone's vocal patterns, potentially enabling fraudulent or unauthorized uses.
Other prominent supporters include actors Luke Evans, Siobhán McSweeney, and Pearl Mackie, alongside comedian Jen Brister. The coalition is calling for legislation to establish voice ownership rights and prevent unauthorized replication.
Voice cloning technology has raised concerns across entertainment and public figures about identity protection and potential misuse. The campaign represents a significant push from the creative industry for regulatory action as AI capabilities advance rapidly.
The open letter to Burnham signals growing momentum for voice protection measures, though no specific legislative proposals have been detailed. The campaign joins broader efforts across sectors seeking guardrails for AI applications affecting personal attributes.
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