SAG-AFTRA Voice Actors Reach Tentative Deal to End Strike

SAG-AFTRA, the union representing video game voice actors, has reached a tentative agreement with game companies after a strike that began in July 2024, primarily over AI usage concerns. The deal includes AI guardrails and other gains, but must be reviewed and ratified by union members. The strike highlighted issues around AI's impact on performers' livelihoods, with the union maintaining that members will stay on strike until a strike suspension agreement is finalized.