CNN —It may surprise some people unfamiliar with the comic book industry, with its multibillion-dollar movie tie-ins, that it’s been on the verge of collapse multiple times over the decades.
Still, some artists are embracing generative AI despite tensions over its use, hoping to ride the disruptive wave like comic book creators have done time and again to survive.
A view of atmosphere during New York Comic Con 2024 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October 17, 2024 in New York City.
AI also could address small business pain points by developing pitches, handling repetitive tasks and aiding in research, attorney Gamal Hennessy who specializes in working with comic book creators, told CNN.
Steve Ellis, an industry veteran and art teacher, said he remains concerned about the potential barriers to entry AI could create in the comic book industry.
Persons:
it’s, Jim Starlin, Popverse, Steve McDonald, “, Jacob K, Roy Rochlin, Gamal Hennessy, ”, Amy Reeder, who’s, Ben Affleck, Affleck, Steve Ellis, ” Ellis, Ben Caldwell, Jeff Trexler, Trexler, Sarah Silverman, Thomas Crowell
Organizations:
CNN, Marvel, SEC, New York Comic, Javits Convention Center, Disney, Legal Defense Fund, New York Times, New York Comic Con
Locations:
New, New York City