Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002333/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Nadine Morano (PPE)
Owing to rapid development of generative vocal artificial intelligence (AI), human voices can now be artificially reproduced in a realistic way. This technology is increasingly being used by streaming platforms and production studios to automate the dubbing of audiovisual content. Several professional trade unions in the Member States have voiced their concerns over the risks these practices pose to employment, intellectual property rights and linguistic and cultural diversity in Europe.
- 1.Has the Commission looked into the impact of generative AI on the cultural professions, in particular in the dubbing sector?
- 2.What will it do to ensure that dubbing actors’ rights are protected, in particular when it comes to intellectual property and consent for the use of their voice?
- 3.With a view to safeguarding the dubbing profession and cultural and linguistic diversity in Europe, will it restrict the use of automated AI dubbing for certain productions through specific regulation of these uses under the AI Act and the Directive on Copyright and Related Rights in the Digital Single Market?
Submitted: 11.6.2025
Last updated: 19 June 2025