Wizards of the Coast Admits to Using AI-Generated Art, Sparking Controversy

Prominent artists sever ties with the company, while Apex Legends and Wacom face similar accusations.

Wizards of the Coast (WotC), the maker of Magic: The Gathering, has admitted to using AI-generated art in promotional materials, despite a standing policy against such use.
Renowned artists, including Dave Rapoza and Jason Rainville, have publicly criticized WotC's actions, with Rapoza severing ties with the company.
WotC initially denied the use of AI, but later acknowledged that a third-party vendor had used AI tools in the creation of the disputed image.
Apex Legends, developed by Respawn, and graphic tablet manufacturer Wacom have also faced accusations of using AI-generated art in their promotional materials.
WotC's controversy highlights the challenges faced by companies when third-party artists or vendors use AI tools without proper disclosure, and the potential devaluation of original art.