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UNVEILING A DIGITAL DIPLOMAT: Meet Ukraine's AI Revolution: Victoria Shi

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Unveiling a Digital Diplomat: Ukraine Introduces AI Spokesperson Ukraine recently unveiled a groundbreaking tool in their foreign ministry - an AI-generated spokesperson called Victoria Shi. Making a debut on the global stage in a digitally-personified appearance, Victoria Shi is a monumental stride in technological adaptation in diplomatic services. Victoria Shi's physical and vocal attributes are modelled after former Bachelor contestant and singer, Rosalie Nombre. Despite online resemblance, the ministry emphasized that Shi's official statements and Nombre are distinct entities. The 'artificially intelligent' diplomat doesn’t compose statements, rather, it ritually delivers messages handwritten by humans. The idea behind Victoria Shi's creation aims at promoting diplomatic efficiency. Foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba pointed out that this contemporary approach primarily assists in conserving time and resources. He acknowledged this innovative step as a ‘technological leap’ in diplomatic affairs no country has attempted yet. The positive anticipation around Victoria Shi is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the creators, the Game Changers. Their uniquely detailed virtual reality content, particularly concerning Ukraine's war scenario, has carved a distinct niche. Shi's role in voicing controversial topics like consular services could potentially drive a shift in the diplomatic landscape. With Shi’s emergence, international diplomacy might be witnessing a new digital era. Is this the beginning of a digital transformation in the world of diplomacy? Powered by Klap, a pioneer in turning any video into viral shorts. Discover more at www.TheBestAI.org/now. #DigitalDiplomacy #GameChangers #AIinAction #UkraineInnovation Ukraine's AI Revolution: Meet Victoria Shi by Steven's Workspace OUTLINE: 00:00:00 Groundbreaking AI Spokesperson 00:01:41 The Human Inspiration 00:03:11 Authenticity and Transparency 00:04:13 Future of AI in International Relations

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Вікторія Ші — цифрова особа МЗС України з консульських питань -- Ukraine Foreign Ministry Introduces AI-Generated Spokesperson

Ukraine Foreign Ministry Introduces AI-Generated Spokesperson

Leslie Katz

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I write about the intersection of art, science and technology.

May 3, 2024,03:52pm EDT

AI Ukraine Foreign Ministry spokesperson stands in front of a Ukrainian flag in a dark suit — AI-generated Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Victoria Shi is based on the likeness of a ... [+]
UKRAINE MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

A new AI-generated employee named Victoria Shi reported for duty as a spokesperson for Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs this week. Standing in front of a Ukrainian flag dressed in a dark turtleneck and blazer, a yellow and blue ministry logo pinned to her lapel and her hair neatly pulled back, Shi looks the picture of a government representative.

In the introductory video below, Shi moves her head and gestures with her hands as she explains that she’ll be sharing operational and verified consular information with the public on the ministry’s official website and social media channels. She’ll also inform journalists on consuls’ efforts to protect the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad and will broadcast information on emergency situations and other news.

Shi said her first name symbolizes the country’s main goal, “the victory of Ukraine.” Her last name is an abbreviation of the words shtuchniy intelekt, Ukrainian for artificial intelligence.

The ministry says it’s employed a digital human primarily as a time-saving measure to free up human diplomats during wartime. It’s now been more than two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, with Russia continuing to pummel Ukraine’s weakened combat brigades and the U.S. accusing Russia of using chemical weapons against troops.“Real diplomats will be able to be more effective and focus on other tasks of providing assistance to citizens," Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine’s minister of foreign affairs, said of the ministry’s new spokesperson in a statement.