Last year, filmmaker James Cameron raised alarms stating that it would be "horrifying" if AI replaced actors. Actors' union SAG-AFTRA condemned using technology to reproduce performances without the consent of the actors being replicated. As far back as 2023, the union went on strike to promote the principle of "consent and compensation." The union called the Seedance videos, which constitute numerous videos of actors, a "blatant infringement." Although Hollywood has taken steps to guard against AI’s unregulated use, its expansion raises questions about regulation.

Source: The Telegraph February 16, 2026 15:49 UTC