Grand Theft Auto Voice Actor Furious at AI That Copied His Voice
Voice actor Ned Luke calls out tech company WAME for using his voice in an AI chatbot without permission.
SAG-AFTRA's recent deal with AI voice over studio Replica Studios has caused concern among voice actors who fear their jobs may be replaced by AI. [ more ]
Generative AI uncertainty remains for Hollywood actors, even after SAG-AFTRA ratifies new contract
SAG-AFTRA members have ratified a new agreement with the AMPTP, ending the Hollywood strikes this year.
The agreement includes more than $1 billion in compensation, a new compensation model for streaming, and requirements for the use of AI in films. [ more ]
Actor union reaches AI and wages agreement with TV execs
SAG-AFTRA is ending its strike after reaching a tentative deal with TV and film studios over pay and the use of AI.
The deal includes new protections for actors and actresses regarding the use of AI to generate digital replicas of their face, bodies, and voices.
Members can expect to receive compensation based on how their deepfake was created and may receive residual pay if their likeness scans are used in additional projects. [ more ]