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Japan Actors Union Releases Guidelines on AI Use, Requiring Companies to Obtain Performers' Informed Consent at Every Stage of AI Use. The guidelines require clear disclosure of whether voices will be used for AI training and negotiation of compensation. Regarding deceased actors, the guidelines stipulate that AI voice replication is prohibited unless they explicitly consented during their lifetime, and that permission from surviving family members or estate management organizations must be obtained along with payment of copyright royalties. The union stated that the aim is to protect the dignity, reputation, and artistic legacy of deceased performers. The guidelines have now been published, with no reports of further implementation progress.
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Japanese actors' union releases AI usage guidelines, requiring performers' consent at every stage
The Japanese actors' union has released guidelines for AI applications, requiring companies to obtain performers' informed consent at every stage of AI use, clearly disclose whether voices will be used for AI training, and negotiate remuneration. For deceased performers, the guidelines stipulate that AI voice replication is prohibited unless they explicitly consented during their lifetime, and that permission from surviving family members or estate management bodies must be obtained and copyright royalties paid. The union says the move aims to protect the dignity, reputation and artistic legacy of deceased performers.