Scientists develop AI that can flirt by using 'non-word sounds' such as sighs and breaths

A new artificial intelligence program has been developed that can mimic flirty speech patterns, thanks to new'non-word sounds' including sighs and breaths. Sonantic, based in London, England, produces expressive artificial intelligence voices for a range of uses, including Hollywood movies and computer games. The latest development was built with an'unnamed Hollywood client' called'What's Her Secret?', designed to create a flirty female lead character'that has never lived'. They released a video, with the face of an actress but voice of AI, designed to demonstrate it is possible to create'hyper-realistic romantic encounters.' In developing the flirty AI, the team also discovered some secrets that humans can use to sound more romantic and flirty, including slowing down to create suspense, gently smiling when speaking, and keeping a sooth, consistent pace.