In this episode, we dive into the latest trend of AI-generated voices, including Judy Garland and James Dean. Morgan Freeman’s reaction to the unauthorized use of AI to imitate his voice, and we also cover Instagram’s decision to change its ‘Made with AI’ label to ‘AI info’ following photographers’ complaints. We talk about a British man who was sentenced to four months in jail for carrying a Legend of Zelda sword in public as a fidget toy. We also explore the naming of a newly discovered eyeless spider after a creature from Monster Hunter. Finally, we highlight the rising popularity of K-pop group Seventeen, who are making history in the UK and rivaling Taylor Swift. Tune in for these stories and more!

Links

• You can now get AI Judy Garland or James Dean to read you the news (engadget.com)
• Morgan Freeman Thanks Fans for Highlighting 'Unauthorized' Use of AI to Imitate His Voice - IGN
• Instagram’s ‘Made with AI’ label swapped out for ‘AI info’ after photographers’ complaints - The Verge
• British man carrying Legend of Zelda sword in public as a fidget toy sentenced to four months jail - ABC News
• ign.com/articles/scientists-name-newly-discovered-eyeless-spider-after-blind-flying-wyvern-from-monster-hunter
• K-pop group Seventeen is rivalling with Taylor Swift and making history in the UK. Here's why they're so popular - ABC News

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