'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.