ElevenLabs CEO says voice AI will change everything. Can it be controlled?

In a recent interview with Al Jazeera, ElevenLabs CEO Mati Staniszewski discussed the transformative potential and potential dangers of voice AI. ElevenLabs technology can create realistic voices from short samples, offering benefits in dubbing, education, and accessibility, particularly for those who have lost their speech. However, Staniszewski acknowledged the risk of misuse, including fraud, disinformation, and psychological operations. The interview, published on February 26, 2026, explores the critical question of control and rights when voices are digitized, examining safety measures, detection methods, and collaborations with governments, such as Ukraine's initiative towards an "agentic state." The discussion centers on the ethical and practical challenges of managing voice AI technology.