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Backlash Against YouTube Creators for Promoting AI Platform Higgsfield

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Updated 1h ago

Consensus Brief

Prominent YouTube creators Matti Haapoja and Sam 'Kold' Kolder are facing criticism for their videos promoting the AI platform Higgsfield, particularly its Seedance 2.5 functionality. Fans have expressed dissatisfaction, believing the creators are endorsing a technology that undermines traditional artistry. The backlash highlights the tension between creators' partnerships with AI companies and their audience's values.

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The recent promotion of Higgsfield by these creators has sparked significant backlash from their audiences, contrasting with previous collaborations that received less negative attention.

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Confirmed Fact

Higgsfield's Seedance 2.5 functionality was recently added.

Confirmed Fact

Haapoja and Kolder's videos are not labeled as ads.

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Kolder's video contains an affiliate link offering a 30 percent discount on a Higgsfield subscription.

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