テクノロジー｜AIを活用したハイブリッド声優の誕生 / Technology | The Birth of Hybrid Voice Actors Utilizing AI

Summary

This initiative addresses the industry’s challenge of unauthorized use of voices, aiming for global expansion while protecting the rights of voice actors.

The major talent agency “81 Produce” has partnered with the voice AI company “Eleven Lab” to launch the “Hybrid Voice Actor” project, which translates the voices of over 400 voice actors into 29 languages using AI. With Eleven Lab’s technology, a system has been established to verify the authenticity of voices and prevent misuse, paving the way for a new challenge in voice acting culture.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: Recently, a new project has begun to translate voice actors’ voices using AI.
Chako: Wow, their voices will be translated into 29 different languages? That’s amazing!
Log: That’s right. The goal is to expand globally while protecting the rights of voice actors, and we’re also addressing issues related to unauthorized use.
Chako: I see, so the voice actors will be able to use their voices with peace of mind!
Navi: This initiative is considered an important step in delivering the expressive power of voice actors across language barriers.
Chako: In that case, even more people will be able to appreciate the charm of voice actors!

Admin’s Note

I believe this “Hybrid Voice Actor” project is a groundbreaking initiative for the voice acting industry. As unauthorized use of voices has become a serious issue, establishing a new framework to protect voice actors’ rights will contribute to enhancing the overall credibility of the industry. Additionally, leveraging AI technology presents an exciting opportunity to spread Japanese voice acting culture worldwide. I’m really looking forward to seeing how this develops.