Taylor Swift files to trademark her voice and likeness in the age of AI

Taylor Swift has taken steps to protect herself in the age of artificial intelligence by trademarking her voice and likeness, adding a layer of protection against copycats. Swift's company on Friday filed three trademark applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Two applications cover her voice speaking the phrases "Hey, it's Taylor Swift," and "Hey, it's Taylor." The third trademark application applies to an image of the pop star posing on stage holding a guitar. …