Posted 4/15/2024, 7:11:00 PM
SAG-AFTRA Reaches Deal with Labels Over AI Voice Replication Protections
- SAG-AFTRA reached a tentative deal with record labels that includes protections for artists from the use of AI technology
- The deal requires "clear and conspicuous consent" and "minimum compensation" before releasing recordings using a digital replication of an artist's voice
- The agreement defines "artist," "singer," and "royalty artist" to only include humans
- The deal includes increased minimums, health and retirement improvements, and more streaming revenue
- The agreement was unanimously approved by SAG-AFTRA's executive committee and will be sent to members for ratification