Nonprofit Earth Species Project aims to decode animal communication using AI, funded with $17M.

The Earth Species Project (ESP), a nonprofit, is using AI to decode animal communication to help humans better understand and appreciate nature. With $17 million in funding from donors like Reid Hoffman and the Allen family charity, ESP aims to develop "rudimentary dictionaries" for animal sounds by 2030. The technology involves simulating animal conversations to isolate unique noises, aiding in conservation strategies and reconnecting people with ecosystems.

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