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In closing, Shapiro reflects on his position as both a creator and a participant in AI development. He emphasizes his conscious choice to protect human artists and editors, viewing his stance as morally responsible. His decision to "stay down" and not contribute to AI tools that could harm others is, in his view, validation that doing the right thing matters.
He admits that his actions—and those of others—are driven by personal ethics, aesthetic values, and a desire for respect and fairness in creative fields. The recent social media spotlight affirms to him that he made the right move, underscoring that caring about the impact of AI on human creators is essential.