Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed an AI system that can accurately mimic various styles of handwritten text. The system is capable of creating realistic-looking text that matches the size, spacing, and slant of a particular handwriting style.
The researchers used a dataset of more than 3,000 handwriting samples from various writers to train the AI system. The samples included both cursive and print handwriting styles, as well as text in multiple languages.
Once trained, the AI system was able to generate new text in the same style as the training samples with a high degree of accuracy. The researchers say that their system could be used to create realistic-looking handwritten notes, letters, or even signatures.
However, the researchers also note that their system could be used for malicious purposes, such as forging documents or creating fake signatures. They emphasize the need for caution and oversight when using this technology.
Overall, this development highlights the growing capabilities of AI systems in the realm of human-like tasks and raises essential questions about the ethical implications of such technology.