As a researcher who has spent countless hours observing the intricacies of internet culture and its evolution, I find myself standing at a crossroads, torn between understanding the creative freedom inherent in meme culture and the undeniable rights of an artist to protect their intellectual property.
Artist Philip Banks, the brain behind the widely-shared “Just a Chill Guy” meme, has revealed plans to safeguard copyright for his character. The meme, which rose to fame in 2023, showcases a canine with human traits, expressing carefree demeanor and emotional aloofness. Lately, this viral meme has transformed into a cryptocurrency known as a “memecoin,” experiencing a staggering increase of 538% within merely two days.
Following the swift fame of the viral meme in the cryptocurrency sphere, Philip Banks, the mind behind Chill Guy, used X on Thursday to disclose that he’s secured copyright for the art and plans to send out notifications to remove any content profiting from it soon.
As a researcher, I’d like to bring to your attention that the term “chill guy” has been officially copyrighted. Over the coming days, I will be taking down any commercial uses of this term to ensure compliance with copyright laws.
— philb (@PhillipBankss) November 21, 2024
In a relaxed manner, with a playful grin and hands tucked away in his pockets, the “laid-back fellow” meme persona dispenses down-to-earth wisdom regarding managing stress and appreciating simplicity. Last November, Banks initially shared his artwork on platform X, which subsequently spread virally. This character swiftly gained popularity on social media platforms such as X and TikTok, sparking numerous imitations and videos. More recently, El Salvador President Nayib Bukele even posted a picture of the Chill Guy on his official account X.
The action has ignited a variety of responses, with certain individuals advocating for his creative rights and others debating the application of copyright laws in meme communities. Regardless, Banks remains steadfast in safeguarding the original ideas associated with his well-known character.
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2024-11-21 10:44