Hollywood unions raise alarm as AI threatens over 100,000 jobs
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Unions estimate over 100,000 of Hollywood's 550,000 jobs could be displaced by AI tools by 2026, with 75% of producers already eliminating or consolidating roles.
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About a third of industry executives predict AI will replace 3D modellers by 2026, with graphic designers, storyboard artists, and animators also seen as vulnerable.
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Unions are pushing for new contract rules governing when/how AI is used, ensuring proper credit and compensation for work used to train models.
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Some see potential benefits from AI tools democratizing the creative process for indie filmmakers, but unions fear cheaper, subpar AI replacing quality work.
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Legal challenges claim generative AI violates copyright by training on intellectual property without permission, with unions calling for stronger protections.