tech
May 3, 2026
'This is fine' creator says AI startup stole his art
The ad comes from Artisan, the AI startup behind billboards urging businesses to "stop hiring humans."
TL;DR
- KC Green, the creator of the 'This is fine' meme, alleges that AI startup Artisan has used his artwork without consent in an ad.
- The ad features Green's comic character, but with modified text related to AI business development.
- Green expressed frustration, stating his art was 'stolen like AI steals' and encouraged vandalism of the ad.
- Artisan has stated they have respect for Green's work and are in communication with him.
- This incident follows previous controversies involving Artisan's ads, including those promoting 'Stop hiring humans.'
- Green is considering legal representation and emphasized that AI-generated content and memes do not appear out of nowhere.
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