SAG-AFTRA votes unanimously to expand its strike to include the games industry

The media artists union SAG-AFTRA has voted to expand its strike to include the video game industry, citing issues such as pay, working conditions, and protections against the unrestrained use of artificial intelligence.

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Posted 9/2/2023, 1:45:52 PM

SAG-AFTRA votes unanimously to expand its strike to include the games industry

eurogamer.net

Relevant topic timeline:

7/17/2023

Hollywood on Strike

7/17/2023

Hollywood on Strike

8/8/2023

Marvel's visual effects workers vote to join a union

9/2/2023

Hollywood actors union eyes video game strike

The union representing actors in the US is considering a second strike against major video game companies due to disputes over wages and threats posed by artificial intelligence.

9/2/2023

SAG-AFTRA calls for video game actors to join picket line

The actors' union SAG-AFTRA has called for a second strike authorization for video game actors, demanding higher wages, AI protections, and other benefits.

9/4/2023

It’s not the first time that technology has upended Hollywood’s business model–but the WGA-SAG strikes could be the last chance for artists to get justice

9/5/2023

To Save $50 Million, Warner Bros. Will Lose $300 to $500M to the Strike

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Stephen Fry Sounds Alarm on AI Replicating Actors' Voices and Work Without Consent