Solana's meme token, $Ghibli, reached a new market cap high of 40 million, amidst controversy surrounding AI-generated Ghibli-style images and their potential copyright infringement. Celebrities and even the White House have adopted this trending art style.

OpenAI's co-founder, Sam Altman, expressed surprise over the popularity of Ghibli-style content, igniting concerns about exploiting renowned animator Hayao Miyazaki's unique art style without proper credit.

Industry experts debate the legality and ethics of using AI to generate images mimicking another artist's style. While some advocate for a blockchain-based creative marketplace for fair compensation, others argue current copyright laws are not equipped to handle AI advancements.

The article underscores the necessity for new, innovative mechanisms to balance creative rights with AI freedom and capabilities.