In the upcoming UK general election, a unique candidate has emerged – a virtual character created entirely by artificial intelligence. This AI candidate, known as AI Steve, bears a striking resemblance to a real-life entrepreneur named Steve Endacott. If elected, Endacott would serve as the physical representative of his AI counterpart in Parliament.
AI Steve was developed by Neural Voice, an AI voice company founded by Steve Endacott. The avatar is designed to engage with voters and answer their questions in a novel way through its official website. Despite the ethical questions surrounding the presence of a virtual candidate in the election campaign, this initiative showcases the potential use of AI in politics.
While the chances of AI Steve winning the election are slim, it serves as a powerful tool to promote Neural Voice’s technological expertise. This innovative approach to politics highlights the intersection of artificial intelligence and traditional electoral processes.
