The 404 Media Podcast OpenAI's Studio Ghibli AI: 'An Insult to Life Itself'
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Apr 2, 2025 The conversation kicks off with a deep dive into the collision of AI and Hayao Miyazaki's artistic legacy, leading to debates about AI-generated content in the realm of beloved anime. The hilarity ensues as the hosts humorously dissect a lawsuit from users shocked to discover they weren't engaging with real models on OnlyFans. Additionally, they tackle the mounting ethical dilemmas posed by AI's role in the creator economy and poke fun at the absurdity of online authenticity. Buckle up for a lively mix of culture, satire, and digital ethics!
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Miyazaki AI Meme
- OpenAI's new image generator went viral for replicating Studio Ghibli's style.
- Users create Ghibli-style images from personal photos or historical figures.
Miyazaki's Disdain for AI
- Studio Ghibli animation is painstaking, with artists spending a year on a single scene. Miyazaki called AI animation an "insult to life itself."
AI Art and Copyright
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shared Ghibli-style images, sparking debate about AI art and copyright. The new tool's relaxed guardrails allow generating previously restricted images.