American organization OpenAI updated ChatGPT, introducing an image-generating feature that spurred a viral trend of Studio Ghibli-style images.
ChatGPT and the Ghibli Trend
Earlier this month, OpenAI released a new image-generating tool on ChatGPT-4o, allowing users to create anime-style portraits similar to those of Studio Ghibli, known for films like 'My Neighbor Totoro' and 'Spirited Away.' The tool quickly gained popularity on platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit, drawing in notable figures like OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, who engaged with the trend.
Industry Leaders and Crypto Moves
The trend also caught the attention of key figures in the cryptocurrency industry. Binance CEO Richard Teng and Ripple executives Brad Garlinghouse and David Schwartz shared their AI-generated portraits. This participation led to the creation of Ghibli-inspired meme coins such as Ghiblification (GHIBLI) and GhibliCZ (GHIBLI), noted on Binance Alpha.
What's Next for Meme Coins?
Following GHIBLI's successful market entrance, investors are closely watching for the next meme coins. However, experts warn of potential sustainability issues with these projects. Some investors are cautious, recalling past instances where hype-driven assets lost value. Nevertheless, the intersection between AI art and cryptocurrency projects continues to expand.
The emergence of Ghibli meme coins highlights the impact of social trends on the cryptocurrency market, though investors need to be mindful of the risks associated with such ventures.
