Tom Hanks Warns of AI-Generated Fake Dental Plan Ad

Tom Hanks warns fans of AI-generated dental plan ad misusing his image, stressing it's fake and unauthorized.

Hanks has voiced concerns about AI in film and TV. He discusses its potential to create lifelike personas and the legal challenges.

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Hanks reveals discussions on the legal rights of actors' faces and voices in an era of AI-generated content.

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The US writers' strike sought to address concerns about unchecked AI undermining creative work in the entertainment industry.

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Sag-Aftra, representing Hollywood actors, remains on strike, focusing on pay and concerns over AI-generated likenesses of actors.

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Tom Hanks will use Metaphysic's AI tool to play younger versions of his character in the upcoming film "Here."

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Metaphysic's AI can perform high-resolution photorealistic faceswaps and de-ageing effects in real time without extensive post-production.

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A brief message about supporting open, independent journalism to empower investigative reporting.

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Encouragement to support The Guardian's journalism, highlighting its impact and ease of contributing.

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Tom Hanks warns fans of AI-generated dental plan ad misusing his image, stressing it's fake and unauthorized.

Tom Hanks Denounces AI Misuse

Hanks has voiced concerns about AI in film and TV. He discusses its potential to create lifelike personas and the legal challenges.

AI's Growing Impact

Hanks reveals discussions on the legal rights of actors' faces and voices in an era of AI-generated content.

The Face as Intellectual Property

The US writers' strike sought to address concerns about unchecked AI undermining creative work in the entertainment industry.

Impact on the Entertainment Industry

Sag-Aftra, representing Hollywood actors, remains on strike, focusing on pay and concerns over AI-generated likenesses of actors.

Union Strikes Continue

Tom Hanks will use Metaphysic's AI tool to play younger versions of his character in the upcoming film "Here."

Hanks in Upcoming Film

Metaphysic's AI can perform high-resolution photorealistic faceswaps and de-ageing effects in real time without extensive post-production.

AI's Real-Time Effects

A brief message about supporting open, independent journalism to empower investigative reporting.

Support for Independent Journalism

Encouragement to support The Guardian's journalism, highlighting its impact and ease of contributing.

Empower Journalism