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日本語(JA) https://www. wacoca.com/life/392992/ 「セーラームーンに似ている」 生成AIを使った化粧品の広告が物議 メーカーは謝罪と広告の撤去を発表 – ITmedia # # ai # cosmetics # Kosume # N # けしょうひん # コスメ # 化粧品

AI-generated cosmetic ad sparks controversy, manufacturer apologizes and retracts

A Japanese cosmetics company has apologized and withdrawn an advertisement that used generative AI to create imagery. The ad sparked controversy due to its resemblance to the popular anime character Sailor Moon. The company acknowledged the public outcry and stated they would remove the advertisement. AI

IMPACT Highlights the need for careful AI image generation in marketing to avoid unintended associations and public backlash.

RANK_REASON Product advertisement controversy involving AI-generated imagery.

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AI-generated cosmetic ad sparks controversy, manufacturer apologizes and retracts

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    Cosmetics advertisement using generative AI that resembles "Sailor Moon" sparks controversy; manufacturer apologizes and announces withdrawal of advertisement - ITmedia #ai #cosmetics #Kosume #N #けしょうひん #コスメ #化粧品

    https://www. wacoca.com/life/392992/ 「セーラームーンに似ている」 生成AIを使った化粧品の広告が物議 メーカーは謝罪と広告の撤去を発表 – ITmedia # # ai # cosmetics # Kosume # N # けしょうひん # コスメ # 化粧品