Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe died about 62 years ago. In the age of AI-powered resurrection of voice and personalities, the announcement of 'Digital Marilyn' is the latest talking point among the fans of the female celebrity. AI Company Soul Machines announced the AI model generated using "Biological AI technology" for real-time and personalised interactions.
It can engage with people using natural and dynamic conversations that can help foster a "deep personal connection" with fans. The company aims to pivot AI technology's potential to reimagine iconic personalities that feel interactive. Digital Marilyn is a result of the company's Biological AI, which the company details in its Medium post.
Soul Machines highlighted the 'Emotional Intelligence', which can mimic the human nervous system to allow Digital Marilyn to convey "realistic emotions and expressions". The machine learning training allows the virtual replica to "engage in natural, fluid dialogue" and adapt to questions and interests in "real-time", the company added. The AI avatar can also tailor responses at an individual level.
Fans can join the waitlist on the Soul Machines website to chat with Digital Marilyn whenever the AI avatar is available. (Image:Soul Machines)
Reuters reported that the AI doppelganger can talk in a similar breathy voice and smile in response to compliments. "Because our Digital People have Sensory, Motor, Attention/Perception and Nervous systems, they breathe, react, engage, and even make memories more like real humans," Soul Machines stated on its About page. The Multimodal People have an emotion system to create empathy and rapport.
These avatars continue to improve over time with user interactions. These conversations are made possible via deep learning, advanced natural language processing and GPT 3.5, citing the tech maker, Variety reported. It can respond using the camera and microphone tuned via the company's proprietary technology. Created in collaboration with Authentic Brand Groups, users can sign up on the brand's website to join the waitlist to chat with Digital Marilyn.