News with the tag "sag-aftra"

SAG-AFTRA has entered a deal for audio voice replicas in virtual advertising with an AI startup named Narrativ. The union believes this sets a new ground for ethical use of the technology while allowing performers to consent and get paid. The start-up, which is based in New York — runs an online mar...

In a powerful address at the SAG Awards, Fran Drescher, President of the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), celebrated the union’s victory following the longest strike. Drescher praised members for their resilience during the 118-day standoff culmina...

The Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has established fresh protocols for using artificial intelligence (AI) in film and television productions. This move comes as part of a broader deal concluded with studios, including entertainment giants Disney a...

In a momentous turn of events, the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has reached a groundbreaking deal, marking the end of the longest actors strike in Hollywood history after a grueling 118 days. The union’s negotiating committee has unanimously app...

The proposed act came just hours after talks broke down between actors and Hollywood studios, with AI replicas a major friction point in negotiations.

The proposed act came just hours after talks broke down between actors and Hollywood studios, with AI replicas a major friction point in negotiations.

In a timely turn of events, Congress averted a looming government shutdown, offering a glimmer of hope for resolving other longstanding standoffs, particularly the UAW and SAG-AFTRA strikes. The ongoing struggles underscore the pitfalls of myopic negotiations focused solely on pay. But, amidst this ...

In a resounding display of solidarity, members of the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) have voted overwhelmingly in favor of authorizing a strike against several major players in the video game industry. This decision comes in the wake of stalled ne...