Entertainment industry workers have reached a preliminary agreement with major record labels such as Warner Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment to establish higher minimum wages and safeguards against the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The 'Sound Recordings Agreement' covers the period from 2021 to 2026 and has been unanimously approved by the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA). This agreement ensures that digital replicas of artists' voices cannot be used without consent and compensation. It also includes improvements in health and retirement benefits, as well as a larger portion of streaming revenue going towards contributions. The deal reflects a growing concern over AI technology in the entertainment industry, with a focus on preserving authentic human expression and experiences. The agreement aims to provide fair credit to industry contributors amidst the transformative power of AI in filmmaking. Read more AI-generated news on: https://app.chaingpt.org/news
