DeeperML

ChatGPT's new image generation capabilities, powered by the GPT-4o model, have sparked a viral trend of transforming images into the distinct style of Studio Ghibli, the famed Japanese animation studio led by Hayao Miyazaki. Users have been uploading personal photos and popular memes, prompting the AI to render them in the style reminiscent of classics like "Spirited Away" and "My Neighbor Totoro." This has led to an influx of Ghibli-style images across social media platforms, particularly X, with users sharing their AI-generated creations.

The trend has ignited a debate surrounding the ethical implications of AI tools trained on copyrighted creative works. Miyazaki himself has voiced strong skepticism about AI's role in animation, and the widespread use of his studio's style raises questions about the future livelihoods of human artists. OpenAI, while acknowledging the potential for misuse, has implemented some restrictions, but users have found ways to circumvent these limitations. The situation has become so intense that some users are experiencing delays in the free tier, due to the large influx of requests.

ImgSrc: scx2.b-cdn.net

References :

• techxplore.com: ChatGPT's viral Studio Ghibli-style images highlight AI copyright concerns
• Dani DiPlacido: The AI-Generated Studio Ghibli Trend, Explained
• AI News | VentureBeat: Studio Ghibli AI image trend overwhelms OpenAI’s new GPT-4o feature, delaying free tier
• Paul Tassi: The ChatGPT 4o Studio Ghibli AI Trend Is The Ultimate Heartbreak
• Fello AI: Powerful Hack How To Get Your Studio Ghibli Style Pictures For Free!
• knowyourmeme.com: Studio Ghibli AI Generator

Classification:

• HashTags: #AIimages #Ghibli #Copyright
• Target: Copyright
• Product: AI
• Feature: Generation
• Type: AI
• Severity: Medium