Oscars rule change bars AI‑generated actors and scripts from eligibility
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- Category: Technology
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 17:54 UTC
- Sources: TechCrunch
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that performances and screenplays created entirely by artificial intelligence will no longer qualify for Oscar nominations. The policy aims to preserve the integrity of awards amid growing use of AI in filmmaking.
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