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The video discusses the prevalence of female voices in digital assistants, particularly in finance, and the potential reinforcement of gender stereotypes. It explores customer preferences for female voices, branding strategies, and the debate on AI biases. The video also clarifies that real voices are used for these assistants.

What is the main concern about the gender of digital assistants in the finance industry?

• They are too expensive to develop.

• They are mostly male, which is seen as problematic.

• They are mostly female, which may reinforce stereotypes.

• They are not user-friendly.

Why do companies prefer using female voices for digital assistants?

• Female voices are more technologically advanced.

• There is a legal requirement to use female voices.

• Female voices are cheaper to produce.

• Customers find female voices more trustworthy and warm.

What branding strategy is mentioned in relation to digital assistants?

• Using celebrity endorsements.

• Using complex algorithms for voice selection.

• Using colors that match the company logo.

• Using names that are plays on company names.

What is one proposed solution to combat gender bias in digital assistants?

• Using robotic, non-human voices.

• Eliminating digital assistants altogether.

• Offering a variety of voice options.

• Using only male voices.

How are the voices for digital assistants typically created?

• They are synthesized from animal sounds.

• They are created using computer-generated imagery.

• They are recorded by real people and then edited.

• They are generated by AI without human input.