Source: Hackernoon

Hackernoon discusses the ethical and intellectual property implications of AI-generated images styled after Studio Ghibli, which have gone viral online. While the images are technically “fan creations,” they raise significant concerns about the replication of an artist’s style without consent, credit, or compensation.

The article questions whether style can be copyrighted, and whether AI-generated imitation constitutes fair use, artistic inspiration, or infringement. It also highlights the cultural and labor implications of automating aesthetic work, especially when done for profit or widespread attention.

The Ghibli case serves as a broader symbol of the legal ambiguity surrounding AI’s ability to recreate distinct artistic identities.