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Australian Radio Station Faces Backlash for AI DJ

4/27/2025

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An Australian radio station, CADA, has sparked controversy by employing an AI DJ named Thy for its "Workdays with Thy" show, without informing listeners. This lifelike voice, crafted by ElevenLabs, has drawn criticism from advocates like Teresa Lim, who are calling for greater transparency in the use of AI in media. Other stations are also exploring AI hosts, raising questions about authenticity.

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An Australian radio station, CADA, has sparked controversy by employing an AI DJ named Thy for its "Workdays with Thy" show, without informing listeners. This lifelike voice, crafted by ElevenLabs, has drawn criticism from advocates like Teresa Lim, who are calling for greater transparency in the use of AI in media. Other stations are also exploring AI hosts, raising questions about authenticity.