OpenAI's latest image generation update has sparked a trend of creating Studio Ghibli-style images, showcasing the tool's capabilities while raising ethical concerns about copyright and the impact on human artists. Fans have used the AI to transform memes and personal photos into the iconic style of the Japanese animation studio, but critics highlight the potential misuse of copyrighted works and the commodification of hand-crafted art. Studio Ghibli co-founder Hayao Miyazaki's past criticisms of AI-generated art have resurfaced, emphasizing his belief in the value of human creativity.