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Tom Hanks claims an AI version of him was used in a dental plan advert without his consent
Tom Hanks claims an AI version of him was used in a dental plan advert without his consent
Tom Hanks has warned fans to "beware" of a new advert in which he apparently stars. The Hollywood actor revealed that while the "man" in the ad may look like him, it's all just a trick of artificial intelligence. Hanks has previously been vocal with his concerns about AI and how it might make use of famous figures. Now, it seems his concerns were valid. In a post to Instagram, Hank shared a screenshot of the ad, with overlaid text reading: “BEWARE!! There’s a video out there promoting some dental plan with an AI version of me. I have nothing to do with it.” It comes amid the ongoing strikes in Hollywood in which both actors and writers have expressed concerns about AI and its potential impact on their jobs. Speaking on British comedian Adam Buxton’s podcast, recorded on 18 April, days before the Hollywood writers’ strike began, Hanks discussed the use of AI in the industry. “We saw this coming. We saw that there was going to be this ability to take zeros and ones inside a computer and turn it into a face and a character," he explained. "Now that has only grown a billionfold since then, and we see it everywhere. “I can tell you that there [are] discussions going on in all of the guilds, all of the agencies, and all of the legal firms to come up with the legal ramifications of my face and my voice – and everybody else’s – being our intellectual property. “Right now if I wanted to, I could get together and pitch a series of seven movies that would star me in them in which I would be 32 years old from now until kingdom come. Anybody can now recreate themselves at any age they are by way of AI or deepfake technology.” He added that he was concerned his likeness could be used in the future after he’s gone. Hanks said: “I could be hit by a bus tomorrow, and that’s it, but performances can go on and on and on and on. And outside of the understanding that it’s been done with AI or deepfake, there’ll be nothing to tell you that it’s not me and me alone. “And it’s going to have some degree of lifelike quality. That’s certainly an artistic challenge, but it’s also a legal one.” The US writers’ strike ended last week after five months, following an agreement being reached between The Writers Guild of America and the major Hollywood studios. However, the actors’ strike remains ongoing. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-10-02 20:29
'Welcome to Wrexham' S2 trailer: A high stakes return to Ryan Reynolds' and Rob McElhenney's football club
'Welcome to Wrexham' S2 trailer: A high stakes return to Ryan Reynolds' and Rob McElhenney's football club
After a gripping first season that followed the highs and lows of Ryan Reynolds' and
2023-08-10 23:54
'You look like your grandma': Pics of Sandra Dee's granddaughter prove she's the spitting image of star
'You look like your grandma': Pics of Sandra Dee's granddaughter prove she's the spitting image of star
Olivia Rae Darin, one of the granddaughters of Sandra Dee and Bobby Darin, recently shared a series of photos on Instagram
2023-05-11 20:17
'Looking like popcorn': Internet trolls Kylie Jenner as she poses in nude Prada 92 dress
'Looking like popcorn': Internet trolls Kylie Jenner as she poses in nude Prada 92 dress
'The Kardashians' star Kylie Jenner stuns in flower filled Parada outfit
2023-09-23 09:16
Who are Vincent D'Onofrio's children? ‘Law & Order’ actor in bitter custody feud over youngest son Luka in his divorce from Carin van der Donk
Who are Vincent D'Onofrio's children? ‘Law & Order’ actor in bitter custody feud over youngest son Luka in his divorce from Carin van der Donk
Vincent D'Onofrio has a 31-year-old daughter, Leila George D'Onofrio, with his ex-wife, Greta Scacchi and an older son Elias who is 23
2023-06-14 15:52
The tragic death of Heather Armstrong: Mommy blogger's mom opens up on family's devastation
The tragic death of Heather Armstrong: Mommy blogger's mom opens up on family's devastation
'She had a gift of incredible discernment. She could see what people needed,' said Heather Armstrong's mom Linda Hamilton-Oar
2023-05-11 14:26
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher announces 'Definitely Maybe' tour
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher announces 'Definitely Maybe' tour
Oasis singer Liam Gallagher has announced a small 2024 tour called the "Definitely Maybe 30 Years Tour," in which he will play the former band's debut album, "Definitely Maybe."
2023-10-16 23:29
Francis Ngannou opens up to Joe Rogan about Tyson Fury fight: 'Figuring out how to cut the ring'
Francis Ngannou opens up to Joe Rogan about Tyson Fury fight: 'Figuring out how to cut the ring'
Former UFC fighter Francis Ngannou recently engaged in a conversation with Joe Rogan on his podcast, 'The JRE MMA Show'
2023-10-18 17:49
Internet 'not surprised' as Diddy's alleged 'threat to hit' pregnant Kimora Lee Simmons resurfaces amid Cassie Ventura allegations
Internet 'not surprised' as Diddy's alleged 'threat to hit' pregnant Kimora Lee Simmons resurfaces amid Cassie Ventura allegations
The resurfaced interview also claims that Diddy publicly apologized after the threat
2023-11-18 14:54
Did Molly and Kelly replace Vanessa and Colt on 'The Last Resort'? '90 Day Fiance' alum reveals tragic reason behind TLC snub
Did Molly and Kelly replace Vanessa and Colt on 'The Last Resort'? '90 Day Fiance' alum reveals tragic reason behind TLC snub
Vanessa Guerra, wife of '90 Day Fiance' star Colt Johnson revealed that they were set for the show but got replaced after a tragic incident
2023-09-19 20:50
Rishi Sunak said his favourite band are The Beatles and the Partridge jokes were inevitable
Rishi Sunak said his favourite band are The Beatles and the Partridge jokes were inevitable
Rishi Sunak has been compared to Alan Partridge after discussing his favourite band… The Beatles. The PM was asked to name his favourite musical group, and he told GB News reporter Darren McCaffrey that his favourite band was the fab four. Instantly, people compared him to Steve Coogan’s comedy creation due to one moment from the classic sitcom. In one telling scene from I’m Alan Partridge, the Norwich-based radio DJ is asked what his favourite Beatles album is. Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter “Tough one. I think I’d have to say the best of the Beatles,” he replies. After Sunak’s comments came to light on Tuesday, people couldn’t help but see the similarities between the PM and Partridge. Alan Partridge - What´s Your Favourite Beatles Album? www.youtube.com It’s not the first time Sunak has been compared to Partridge, either. The 42-year-old was mocked online after a video resurfaced of him telling school pupils he is a “total coke addict” last year, before clarifying he meant Coca-Cola and not cocaine. In the footage, the chancellor can be seen telling two schoolboys: “I’m a Coke addict. A total Coke addict.” After a brief pause he clarifies: “Coca-Cola addict. Just for the record. Just to be totally clear. I am a Coca-Cola addict. I have seven fillings to show for it.” Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-05-16 22:50
Selena Gomez's dating history: Singer is known to have dated Nick Jonas, Justin Bieber and Zayn Malik
Selena Gomez's dating history: Singer is known to have dated Nick Jonas, Justin Bieber and Zayn Malik
'The Heart Wants What It Wants' singer often humorously refers to her single status on TikTok
2023-11-01 23:46