# AI Startup Uses Meme Art Without Permission

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Podcast: [Tech News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tech-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7438584)
Published: 2026-05-31T19:05:43+00:00
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KC Green, creator of the iconic “This is fine” meme, clashed with AI startup Artisan after they used his dog artwork in ads—changing the text to “My pipeline is on fire” to promote their AI assistant. The unauthorized use sparked backlash, but the two sides quickly settled: Artisan pulled ads from New York and San Francisco, and Green removed his complaint. A reminder that even viral art needs protection—and sometimes, conflict can be resolved without drama. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6e16372767dc110d

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