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Todd McFarlane defends AI as a tool for artists, sparking fan backlash

Comic book creator Todd McFarlane shared his views on AI during a podcast appearance, stating that he sees generative AI as a beneficial tool for artists. He believes AI can help artists increase their productivity and speed. However, his perspective has reportedly not been well-received by some fans. AI

IMPACT AI tools may offer productivity gains for artists, but public reception remains divided.

RANK_REASON The article discusses an opinion on AI from a public figure, not a core AI development.

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Todd McFarlane defends AI as a tool for artists, sparking fan backlash

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