Overview

• OpenAI's new GPT-4o-powered image generator allows users to transform photos into artistic styles, including the popular 'Ghibli style.'
• The feature has gone viral on platforms like X and TikTok, with users applying the style to personal photos, movie scenes, and public figures.
• Studio Ghibli co-founder Hayao Miyazaki has criticized AI-generated art, calling it a soulless imitation and an affront to traditional artistry.
• Legal experts question whether replicating artistic styles like Studio Ghibli's violates intellectual property laws, as OpenAI did not secure licensing agreements.
• OpenAI has temporarily delayed the rollout of the feature to free-tier users due to overwhelming demand, while broader debates over AI's role in art continue.