Actors Vote Against Digital Scanning on Set: Equity's Stand for AI Protections
Actors have recently voted against digital scanning on set to ensure adequate AI protections. Equity, the UK's largest acting union, revealed the results of an indicative industrial action ballot, marking a significant moment for the UK's film and TV industry. This ballot, involving over 7,000 performers, is not legally binding but serves as a strong signal of the union's support for potential action. The decision comes in the wake of similar unrest in the US in 2023, where SAG-AFTRA members went on strike for four months over AI protection issues.
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