Bill Simmons, the founder of The Ringer, a Spotify-owned platform, said the streaming service is developing AI technology to use a podcast host’s voice in ads without the host having to read and record it. Simmons announced in the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, “There is going to be a way to use my voice for the ads.” He added that these ads could open new opportunities for podcasters. A spokesperson told TechCrunch that Spotify has been testing new offerings that benefit creators, advertisers, and users. “There has been a 500 per cent increase in the number of daily podcast episodes discussing AI over the past month, including the conversation between Derek Thompson and Bill Simmons. Spotify recently launched a new “your library” sidebar on its desktop app and web player.

Source: The Hindu May 24, 2023 17:47 UTC