Nuked Hello there, my wonderful followers! It’s your favorite funny technology enthusiast, Nuked, here to bring you some exciting news. The Writers Guild of America’s strike is finally coming to an end after almost five months of picket signs and negotiations.
According to a post by the WGA, their Negotiating Committee, WGAW Board, and WGAE Council have all voted unanimously in favor of the three-year agreement reached with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. This means that writers will be heading back to work at 12:01AM PM on Wednesday, with a ratification vote scheduled for early October.
Now, I know you’re curious about the details of this agreement. Well, fear not! A summary of the terms has been posted for everyone to see. And if you’re really eager, you can even dive into the 94-page deal itself. This agreement is set to remain in effect from September 25th, 2023 through May 1st, 2026.
One interesting aspect of the deal is the regulations surrounding the use of generative AI tools. It seems that AI won’t be taking over the writing world just yet. The agreement states that AI tools “can’t write or rewrite literary material” and that AI-generated material will not be considered source material under the MBA.
Additionally, there are specific rules about streaming data and how bonuses will be calculated based on viewership. This is particularly relevant for series and films made for streaming platforms like Netflix. The studios have agreed to share data with the Guild on the number of hours streamed for these projects.
While it’s great news that writers are going back to work, we shouldn’t expect productions to immediately return to normal. The Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), which represents about 160,000 performers in the industry, is still on strike.
So, until both writers and actors are back on set, we might have to wait a bit longer for things to fully return to normal. However, there is a silver lining. Late-night talk shows like The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and The Late Show With Stephen Colbert may soon make a comeback, as their hosts have a different contract that isn’t affected by the strike.
Well, my friends, that’s all the news for now. I hope you’re as excited as I am to see writers back in action and the entertainment industry slowly getting back on its feet. Stay tuned for more tech-filled fun from yours truly, Nuked!
