A well-known BBC wildlife presenter has been caught up in a scam that saw a fake AI-generated program mimic her voice and give permission for her face to be used in an advert.
Liz Bonnin and her management team noticed last week that the presenter of Our Changing Planet and Arctic From Above was fronting a poster for insect repellent spray, which neither her nor management had signed off.
On closer investigation, the voice messages supposedly from Bonnin that had confirmed she was happy to appear in the advert were revealed to be AI-generated.
“At the very beginning it does sound like me but then I sound a bit Australian and then it’s definitely an English woman by the end,” Bonnin, who is Irish, told The Guardian, which broke the story. “It’s all fragmented and there’s no cadence to it.”
The Guardian revealed that the company that produced the advert,...
Liz Bonnin and her management team noticed last week that the presenter of Our Changing Planet and Arctic From Above was fronting a poster for insect repellent spray, which neither her nor management had signed off.
On closer investigation, the voice messages supposedly from Bonnin that had confirmed she was happy to appear in the advert were revealed to be AI-generated.
“At the very beginning it does sound like me but then I sound a bit Australian and then it’s definitely an English woman by the end,” Bonnin, who is Irish, told The Guardian, which broke the story. “It’s all fragmented and there’s no cadence to it.”
The Guardian revealed that the company that produced the advert,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
BBC One presents an enlightening episode of “Our Changing Planet” this Sunday at 6:00 Pm with Season 2 Episode 3, titled “Restoring Our Reefs.” In this installment, viewers are offered a compelling exploration of coral reefs, one of the habitats most imperiled by climate change.
As the project enters its third year, the focus shifts to coral reefs, which face urgent threats due to climate change. Through a special in-depth look, viewers will discover the innovative techniques and strategies being employed to restore and protect these vital ecosystems.
Join BBC One for an immersive journey into the world of coral reefs, where cutting-edge science and dedicated conservation efforts offer a glimmer of hope for the future. With breathtaking footage and expert insights, “Restoring Our Reefs” promises to inspire viewers to take action in the fight against climate change and preserve our planet’s precious biodiversity. Don’t miss out on this important...
As the project enters its third year, the focus shifts to coral reefs, which face urgent threats due to climate change. Through a special in-depth look, viewers will discover the innovative techniques and strategies being employed to restore and protect these vital ecosystems.
Join BBC One for an immersive journey into the world of coral reefs, where cutting-edge science and dedicated conservation efforts offer a glimmer of hope for the future. With breathtaking footage and expert insights, “Restoring Our Reefs” promises to inspire viewers to take action in the fight against climate change and preserve our planet’s precious biodiversity. Don’t miss out on this important...
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- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
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