Cate Blanchett, Steven Soderbergh, Nikki Hexum on How the Human Consent Registry Helps People Protect Their Identity From AI Theft: It’s a ‘Human Right’ (EXCLUSIVE)

A new registry is helping public figures protect their identities from AI theft. According to Variety, Cate Blanchett, Steven Soderbergh, and filmmaker Nikki Hexum are championing the Human Consent Registry, which lets people opt out of having their likenesses and voices used in AI training or generation without permission. Blanchett, who admits she's not the savviest when it comes to technology, sees the registry as essential — framing identity protection from AI as a fundamental human right. The initiative aims to give creators and actors control over how their digital selves are used, as deepfakes and AI-generated content become increasingly sophisticated.

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