SAG-AFTRA Strikes Controversial Deal with Replica Studios for AI Voice Replicas

Prominent video game actors criticize the agreement, claiming lack of consultation and voicing concerns over the ethical use of AI in the industry.

SAG-AFTRA, the major actors' union, has struck a deal with Replica Studios, allowing for the creation of AI replicas of actors' voices for use in video games and other media.
The agreement includes provisions for actors to license their voices to Replica, negotiate the use of their digital doubles, and opt out of the agreement in the future.
Despite claims that the agreement was approved by affected members, several prominent video game actors have publicly criticized the deal, stating they were not consulted.
The backlash highlights ongoing concerns within the industry about the ethical use of AI in video games and the potential for AI to replace human actors.
Details about how compensation and crediting will work, as well as how data will be stored and shared, remain unclear.