OpenAI secretly acquires voice cloning firm while withholding public release

Two years ago, OpenAI had already developed voice cloning technology but chose not to release it publicly, citing timing concerns. That stance remains unchanged today—yet they've quietly taken action that raises eyebrows.
Recently, OpenAI quietly acquired a small startup called Weights.gg. While the exact financial terms and conditions remain undisclosed, the team and all intellectual property have been absorbed into the company.
What did Weights.gg do? In short, it built a community platform centered on AI models, and offered a free app called Replay with voice cloning as its core feature. The company shut down all services this March.
Claiming they're "not ready to disclose" while quietly acquiring the most relevant voice cloning team—OpenAI's actions here are intriguing. Are they truly still waiting for the right moment, or have they already begun planning the next move in secret?
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Two years ago, OpenAI had already developed voice cloning technology but chose not to release it publicly, citing timing concerns. That stance remains unchanged today—yet they've quietly taken action that raises eyebrows.
Recently, OpenAI quietly acquired a small startup called Weights.gg. While the exact financial terms and conditions remain undisclosed, the team and all intellectual property have been absorbed into the company.
What did Weights.gg do? In short, it built a community platform centered on AI models, and offered a free app called Replay with voice cloning as its core feature. The company shut down all services this March.
Claiming they're "not ready to disclose" while quietly acquiring the most relevant voice cloning team—OpenAI's actions here are intriguing. Are they truly still waiting for the right moment, or have they already begun planning the next move in secret?
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