Splice CEO Kakul Srivastava says AI-written emails are killing conversation
The head of the sample and loop platform used by producers behind hits like Sabrina Carpenter's "Espresso" discussed the issue in an interview with The Verge.
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Kakul Srivastava, chief executive of the sample and sound-loop platform Splice, said in an interview with The Verge that AI-generated emails are undermining genuine conversation.
Splice is a platform widely used by music producers for samples, one-shots and melodic loops, with sounds from the service reportedly featured in prominent songs, including Sabrina Carpenter's "Espresso" and Lisa's "Money," according to The Verge.
The interview reportedly touched on Srivastava's broader professional background, which included executive roles prior to joining Splice, though the cited excerpt did not detail those previous positions.
The comments add to an ongoing discussion among technology and business leaders about the effects of generative AI tools on workplace communication, with some arguing that AI-drafted messages can make exchanges feel less personal or authentic.
The Verge's report did not include further detail on specific solutions or policies Srivastava proposed in response to the trend, based on the cited excerpt.
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