entertainment
The Writers Guild reached a four year deal with the studios with increased AI protections.
The contract still needs to be ratified by union members, but it reportedly includes increases to funding for the WGA’s health plan and pension, as well as increases on residuals for streaming. It also bolsters protections against works being used to train AI.
TL;DR
- A tentative four-year deal has been reached between the Writers Guild and studios.
- The contract includes increased protections against AI training on writers' works.
- Funding for the WGA's health plan and pension will see increases.
- Residuals for streaming content are also set to increase.
- The deal requires ratification by union members.