| The Future of Publishing: Embracing Voice Cloning and Artificial Intelligence The world of publishing is constantly evolving and the next chapter involves embracing text-to-speech and artificial intelligence (AI). In the last few years, AI has become increasingly accessible and affordable, allowing publishers to explore the potential of integrating voice technology into the production process. WAN-IFRA, the global body for press freedom and the news publishing industry, is now pioneering the use of AI-driven voice cloning technology to revolutionize the publishing industry. Voice cloning is the process of creating a virtual voice based on an existing audio recording. AI technology is used to analyze the recording, and the resulting “voice clone” can then be used to create new content directly from text. This opens up a world of new possibilities for publishers, allowing them to create content quickly and efficiently, and with a high degree of accuracy. In addition to being a convenient tool for publishers, using voice cloning technology has the potential to revolutionize the accessibility of information. AI-driven voice cloning technology can be used to produce audio versions of written content in different languages. This could help to break down language barriers and open up the possibility of providing content to audiences around the world, regardless of native language. Finally, voice cloning also has the potential to open up new revenue streams for publishers. With AI-driven voice technology, publishers can now generate audio versions of content and charge for the commercial use of their products. The possibilities created by voice cloning technology are vast, and WAN-IFRA is dedicated to exploring the potential impact of the technology on the publishing industry. |