Taiwan’s very first AI-generated news anchor debuted this Monday on FTV. The virtual newsreader made a splash with her flawless delivery of an international weather forecast. Viewers were surprised by how closely she resembled a real person. And now you have the chance to give her a name.
Her delivery is flawless, her face, compelling. This is Taiwan’s very first AI news anchor. On Monday, she made her eye-grabbing debut on FTV, reading international weather bulletins. The novelty was a sight for sore eyes.
Member of public
Normally an AI-generated video clip doesn’t feel like it’s a real person talking, but she didn’t give it away. There weren’t any glitches in her facial expressions. She’s actually quite realistic.
Member of public
If you hadn’t mentioned it, I wouldn’t have noticed she’s AI.
Member of public
She’s more attractive than a real person.
FTV’s newest anchor created a buzz with her appearance, intonation, and natural body movements. The audience gave rave reviews and clamored to see her do more programs in the future.
Member of public
Nowadays even idols are going virtual. This is quite a novelty.
Member of public
As long as the reporting is factual, and she can help the audience understand what the news is about, if what’s she’s saying is meaningful and broadens the audience’s perspective, then it doesn’t matter if she’s AI or a real person.
Shortly after her debut, FTV asked the audience to give her a name, igniting a flurry of online chatter. One user said to name her “The Eyes of Taiwan,” after FTV’s slogan. Another suggested a homophone of “Chai Trong-rong,” in a tribute to FTV’s founder. Another proposed “Niu Ssu-ai,” a play on the phrase “News AI.”
Anyone who has a name can submit it on FTV’s official website or Facebook page. The deadline for submissions is noon on June 29.
Ещё видео!