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French actors slam 'systematic plundering' of voices and images by AI tools

French actors and filmmakers have condemned the use of their voices and images by AI tools. © Vertigo3d / iStock / Getty Images

Ahead of the 51st César Awards on Thursday, France's biggest film awards, 4,000 French actors and filmmakers have condemned "systematic plundering" of their work by artificial intelligence tools, which reproduce their voices or images.

"We are facing a profound change in our profession since the advent of artificial intelligence [AI]. This tool, which is extraordinarily valuable for certain professions, is also a devouring hydra for artists like us," wrote the signatories in a text published by Le Parisien newspaper on Sunday.

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