As the new year arrives, Midjourney is embroiled in controversy over its use of artists' works to train AI. Artists have reacted strongly, accusing the company of infringement and prompting legal action. Notable artists such as Banksy and Andy Warhol are involved, drawing widespread attention.

The leak of the artist database used to train Midjourney AI includes renowned artists such as Banksy and David Hockney, leading to criticism on social media. The leak involves over 16,000 artists and has sparked copyright lawsuits. Midjourney's CEO confirmed the use of names from more than 4,000 artists for AI training.