OpenAI suspends release of controversial virtual assistant
San Francisco-based OpenAI has suspended the released of one of the voice options for its new virtual assistant because it sounds strikingly similar to actress Scarlett Johansson. Johansson played the voice of an AI virtual assistant in the 2013 film "Her" and said in a statement that the voice sounds "eerily similar to mine". OpenAI says the voice was done by a different professional actor, although the company did first ask Johansson to license her voice for the virtual assistant. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined by J.D. Harriman, attorney specializing in intellectual property issues with the Foundation Law Group for more on the legal questions raised by the situation.
San Francisco-based OpenAI has suspended the released of one of the voice options for its new virtual assistant because it sounds strikingly similar to actress Scarlett Johansson. Johansson played the voice of an AI virtual assistant in the 2013 film "Her" and said in a statement that the voice sounds "eerily similar to mine". OpenAI says the voice was done by a different professional actor, although the company did first ask Johansson to license her voice for the virtual assistant. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined by J.D. Harriman, attorney specializing in intellectual property issues with the Foundation Law Group for more on the legal questions raised by the situation.
FCI Dublin: BOP faces trial over abuse of women at now-shuttered California prison
The federal Bureau of Prisons will go to trial next year over claims it allowed an environment where guards at a now-shuttered California prison sexually abused incarcerated women, a judge ordered Wednesday.
The federal Bureau of Prisons will go to trial next year over claims it allowed an environment where guards at a now-shuttered California prison sexually abused incarcerated women, a judge ordered Wednesday.
'Grumpy' baby photoshoot goes viral: 'He is NOT having it'
This "grumpy" baby gave some priceless expressions in a recently-shared newborn photoshoot taken in Cincinnati, Ohio.
This "grumpy" baby gave some priceless expressions in a recently-shared newborn photoshoot taken in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Tahoe ski season closes Memorial Day weekend
With spring well underway, Tahoe skiers and snowboarders this Memorial Day weekend have a chance to hit the slopes for the last time this season.
With spring well underway, Tahoe skiers and snowboarders this Memorial Day weekend have a chance to hit the slopes for the last time this season.
California median home price hit record high
The median home price hit an all-time high in California, with the Bay Area showing the biggest price jump across the state, according to new figures.
The median home price hit an all-time high in California, with the Bay Area showing the biggest price jump across the state, according to new figures.
Competitive eater Takeru Kobayashi retires, shares health concerns
Takeru Kobayashi’s 20-year competitive eating career, which includes six Nathan's Hot Dog Eating championships, has come to an end as he deals with body damage concerns.
Takeru Kobayashi’s 20-year competitive eating career, which includes six Nathan's Hot Dog Eating championships, has come to an end as he deals with body damage concerns.
Matthew Perry death: LAPD investigating how 'Friends' star obtained ketamine
Local and federal authorities Tuesday were investigating how "Friends" actor Matthew Perry obtained the prescription drug ketamine, which contributed to his death in October.
Local and federal authorities Tuesday were investigating how "Friends" actor Matthew Perry obtained the prescription drug ketamine, which contributed to his death in October.
FCI Dublin 'special master' authorized to ensure women cared for at other prisons: judge
The special master appointed to oversee that reforms were made at the now-shuttered Federal Correctional Institute at Dublin also has the authority to ensure that the women who were once incarcerated there receive the proper care at their new prisons across the country, a federal judge ruled.
The special master appointed to oversee that reforms were made at the now-shuttered Federal Correctional Institute at Dublin also has the authority to ensure that the women who were once incarcerated there receive the proper care at their new prisons across the country, a federal judge ruled.
Glamor Beauty Supply in Oakland set to close after nearly 40 years
Glamor Beauty Supply in Oakland, one of the East Bay's oldest shops of its kind, is closing just as soon as all the shampoo, color and hair products are gone.
Glamor Beauty Supply in Oakland, one of the East Bay's oldest shops of its kind, is closing just as soon as all the shampoo, color and hair products are gone.
West Coast Wrap: May 20, 2024
Several wildfires are burning across the West. One has grown to more than 14,000 acres. We'll show you how crews in three states are working to get the upper hand on the flames.
Several wildfires are burning across the West. One has grown to more than 14,000 acres. We'll show you how crews in three states are working to get the upper hand on the flames.
Exhibit spotlights toll of Ukraine war on children
Two years after the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, we are seeing the toll the conflict continues to have on the children caught in the violence. Dozens of colorful drawings and paintings are on display right now at San Jose State University. The Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Library is home to artworks created by children displayed by the war in Ukraine in a new exhibit called "Children Draw War, Not Flowers." KTVU's Heather Holmes discusses the artwork with Dr. Ulia Gosart, organizer of the exhibit and Assistant Professor at San Jose State University's School of Information.
Two years after the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, we are seeing the toll the conflict continues to have on the children caught in the violence. Dozens of colorful drawings and paintings are on display right now at San Jose State University. The Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Library is home to artworks created by children displayed by the war in Ukraine in a new exhibit called "Children Draw War, Not Flowers." KTVU's Heather Holmes discusses the artwork with Dr. Ulia Gosart, organizer of the exhibit and Assistant Professor at San Jose State University's School of Information.
Spotlight on Black-Owned Bay Area restaurants
It's Black Restaurant Week in the Bay Area; a celebration showcasing and supporting Black-owned eateries, food trucks and catering businesses. The organizers behind BRW offer local businesses a boost with marketing and social media strategies designed to bring in more customers year round. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the some of the goals and focuses of this year's event with Black Restaurant Week Managing Partner, Falayn Ferrell.
It's Black Restaurant Week in the Bay Area; a celebration showcasing and supporting Black-owned eateries, food trucks and catering businesses. The organizers behind BRW offer local businesses a boost with marketing and social media strategies designed to bring in more customers year round. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the some of the goals and focuses of this year's event with Black Restaurant Week Managing Partner, Falayn Ferrell.
Mistake by federal judge prompts resentencing of Pelosi attacker
A courtroom mistake by a federal judge is prompting a redo of the sentencing of David DePape, the man convicted of attacking Rep. Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes discuss the potential repercussions of the slip-up with legal analyst Michael Cardoza.
A courtroom mistake by a federal judge is prompting a redo of the sentencing of David DePape, the man convicted of attacking Rep. Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes discuss the potential repercussions of the slip-up with legal analyst Michael Cardoza.
Jon Wysocki, drummer and founding member of Staind, dies at 53
Jon Wysocki, the drummer and founding member of the rock band Staind, has died, according to the band’s official X, formerly known as Twitter, account. He was 53 years old.
Jon Wysocki, the drummer and founding member of the rock band Staind, has died, according to the band’s official X, formerly known as Twitter, account. He was 53 years old.
This Bay Area island has an impressive new park with sweeping Bay views
It boasts a sweeping 360 degree view of the San Francisco Bay.
It boasts a sweeping 360 degree view of the San Francisco Bay.
Target cutting prices on ‘thousands’ of basics amid inflation
Target is one of many corporations adjusting prices or creating promotions to lure in budget-strapped customers looking for a deal.
Target is one of many corporations adjusting prices or creating promotions to lure in budget-strapped customers looking for a deal.
West Coast Wrap: May 17, 2024
Tonight on West Coast Wrap, the San Diego area has become the busiest section of the border for migrant crossings for the first time in more than 20 years. We have a closer look at new data and at the shifting trends in migration patterns. And we're keeping a close eye on a dramatic house fire in Arizona following an armed standoff with police.
Tonight on West Coast Wrap, the San Diego area has become the busiest section of the border for migrant crossings for the first time in more than 20 years. We have a closer look at new data and at the shifting trends in migration patterns. And we're keeping a close eye on a dramatic house fire in Arizona following an armed standoff with police.
Sold-out Indonesian Bazaar set to take over Fort Mason
This weekend, the 3rd annual Indonesian Bazaar at Fort Mason in San Francisco is set to bring in a sold-out crowd. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined live in studio by Angela Tjitradi and Ruthy Octavia with the Friends of Indonesia for more on the food, art, music and clothing coming to this weekend's festival.
This weekend, the 3rd annual Indonesian Bazaar at Fort Mason in San Francisco is set to bring in a sold-out crowd. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined live in studio by Angela Tjitradi and Ruthy Octavia with the Friends of Indonesia for more on the food, art, music and clothing coming to this weekend's festival.
Local Korean brewery named finalist in national competition
Oakland-based Dokkaebier is a handful of craft breweries that will take part in the Sam Adams "Crafting Dreams Beer Bash" next month in Boston. It's a chance to collaborate with one of the biggest beer giants in the business and meet some of the countries up and coming craft brewers. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat and Heather Holmes speak with Youngwon Lee, Dokkaebier Founder and Brewmaster about the upcoming competition as well as the Chimaek Festival this weekend in Oakland.
Oakland-based Dokkaebier is a handful of craft breweries that will take part in the Sam Adams "Crafting Dreams Beer Bash" next month in Boston. It's a chance to collaborate with one of the biggest beer giants in the business and meet some of the countries up and coming craft brewers. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat and Heather Holmes speak with Youngwon Lee, Dokkaebier Founder and Brewmaster about the upcoming competition as well as the Chimaek Festival this weekend in Oakland.
Local filmmaker awarded Best Writer for pandemic success story
KTVU's Frank Mallicoat is joined live in studio by Dmitry Milkin, local director, filmmaker and photographer who was just awarded "Best Writer" at the prestigious Denver Seriesfest for his movie "Good Guy with a Pun".
KTVU's Frank Mallicoat is joined live in studio by Dmitry Milkin, local director, filmmaker and photographer who was just awarded "Best Writer" at the prestigious Denver Seriesfest for his movie "Good Guy with a Pun".