2024-08-01 23:55:08
Technology

Video Game Performers Protest Unregulated AI Use

SAG-AFTRA union takes a stand against gaming giants like Activision and Disney for unregulated AI use, demanding fair treatment for voice actors and motion capture workers. The industry offers AI protections and pay raises, but the union criticizes the limited definition of 'performer.' Over 300 actors, including Konstantine Anthony and Ray Rodriguez, protest at Warner Bros.

Games Headquarters, highlighting concerns in games such as Hogwarts Legacy and Suicide Squad. Despite the industry's massive revenue growth, the standoff persists over the future role of performers in the evolving gaming landscape.

Inc.com
1. August 2024 um 19:12

Video Game Performers Take AI Strike to Warner Bros. Games Headquarters

Technology
SAG-AFTRA union, representing video game performers, protests against gaming companies like Activision, Disney, and Take 2 over unregulated use of AI; industry spokesperson Audrey Cooling says companies have offered AI protections and wage increases, but union argues industry bargaining group's definition of 'performer' excludes some physical performances.
The Guardian
1. August 2024 um 20:49

Over 300 video game actors protest over unregulated AI use in Hollywood

Technology
Over 300 video game and Hollywood actors, including Burbank city council member Konstantine Anthony and Sag-Aftra chief contracts officer Ray Rodriguez, protested unregulated AI use by gaming companies, refusing to protect union voice actors and motion capture workers, including in games like Hogwarts Legacy and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. The global video game industry generated nearly $184bn in revenue in 2023 according to Newzoo, with revenues projected to reach $207bn in 2026.
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