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Shapiro emphasized the need for solutions such as NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) to establish clear ownership and attribution rights in the AI-generated era. He advocates for artists to secure credit and revenue when their work informs AI training datasets, potentially through tokenized rights that prove attribution and permit fair use.
Particularly poignant was the discussion around the cultural impact of AI art. Many see this technology as a means to foster innumerable subcultures, allowing marginalized or niche communities to create and share art inexpensively. For instance, the possibility of converting personal stories into movies without industry gatekeeping could revolutionize artistic expression.