Summary
Taylor Swift has applied to trademark her voice and image in the United States to prevent misuse by artificial intelligence (AI). She submitted three trademark requests, including a photo from her Eras Tour and audio clips of her voice from album promotions.Key Facts
- Taylor Swift filed three trademark applications in the US for her voice and image.
- One trademark application uses a photo of Swift performing on her Eras Tour.
- Two applications cover audio clips of Swift saying "Hey, it's Taylor" and "Hey, it's Taylor Swift."
- The trademarks aim to stop AI from creating fake versions of her voice and image.
- AI-generated deepfake images and videos of Swift have appeared in recent years.
- Actor Matthew McConaughey also filed similar trademark requests to protect his voice and image.
- Trademark law may allow Swift to take legal action against confusingly similar AI copies.
- The photo used in the trademark shows Swift on stage with a pink guitar and a colorful outfit.
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