SAG-AFTRA, AMPTP Talks Break Down Over Streaming Revenue and AI Protections

Talks between SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP have broken down after 5 days of negotiations. AMPTP walked away citing a gap too large to bridge.

Key sticking points include SAG-AFTRA's demand for compensation based on viewership figures, which AMPTP says would cost over $800 million per year.

SAG-AFTRA accused AMPTP of mischaracterizing its proposals and using bullying tactics to make the union seem unreasonable.

SAG-AFTRA is pushing for 2% of streaming revenue and robust AI protections for actors. AMPTP hopes the union's resolve will waver now that the WGA strike has ended.

Though no longer on strike itself, the WGA says it stands in solidarity with SAG-AFTRA. Picketing by writers is expected to continue until a deal is reached.