Ghibli: An Art or a Trade of Privacy?
There’s a certain kind of magic swirling across the internet lately. From dreamy landscapes to whimsical portraits, everyone's turning their personal photos into what looks like scenes from a Studio Ghibli film. Soft tones, fantastical backdrops, and nostalgic vibes—it's hard not to get swept up in the charm. AI-generated art in the Ghibli style has taken social media by storm, and people are loving it. So do I. But behind the fun and fantasy, there’s a conversation we need to have—one that’s a little less magical but far more critical: What are we giving up in exchange for those AI-generated visuals? Where Did It All Begin? It all gained momentum when a Seattle-based software engineer transformed a family photo into a Ghibli-style illustration using AI tools and shared it online. The image went viral, and in no time, others followed suit, uploading their own photos
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