AI and streaming are addressed in big ways in the WGA's new contract.
The Writers Guild of America strike is officially over! After coming to a tentative deal over the weekend, WGA leadership approved the contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, bringing the 148-day strike to an end. With that, the new MBA itself has been released, so everyone can see what new terms were agreed to. The WGA made major strides in many key areas, including artificial intelligence and streaming residuals.
When it comes to AI, the new deal establishes that anything written by AI programs isn't literary material and can't be considered source material. It also keeps studios from requiring writers to use or work with AI. As far as streaming goes, there are now residuals in place based on the performance of big titles, as well as premiums for scripts. Streaming services are also required to share viewership data with the WGA.AI Protections ExplainedHere's the WGA's summary of the new artificial intelligence:
New Terms for High Budget Subscription Video on DemandHere is the WGA's summary of the new subscription streaming regulations:
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