Video Game Performers Demand AI Protections in Ongoing Strike
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Video game performers are demanding equal protection from unregulated artificial intelligence (AI) use, fearing that the technology could replicate their performances without their consent. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists recently went on strike after negotiations for a new interactive media agreement broke down over AI protections. Performers argue that AI could lead to job displacement and ethical issues, such as the unauthorized use of their voices or likenesses. Game companies offered wage increases during negotiations, but performers are seeking greater transparency and compensation in AI protections.Video game performers are concerned about the use of unregulated artificial intelligence (AI) technology, fearing job loss and the replication of their performances without consent. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) went on strike to demand AI protections. The performers argue that AI could displace them and affect job opportunities for less-experienced actors in smaller roles. There are also concerns about ethical issues if actors' voices or likenesses are used without their consent.
Studios have offered AI protections and wage increases, but negotiations are ongoing. The use of AI in video game development is predicted to increase, potentially impacting voice actors. The performers advocate for protecting their rights over their performances and likeliness.
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