“I didn’t have to pay someone $150”: FaZe Lacy replies to criticism over use of AI instead of hiring an artist

Twitch streamer and internet personality Nick Fosco, popularly known as FaZe Lacy, reportedly responded to criticism over his use of AI on June 16. According to Dexerto, netizens had reportedly criticized Faze for using pictures for his social media posts using AI, instead of hiring an artist.

In a now-deleted post shared on his X channel, Lacy announced his stream with American football player Tyreek Hill. Users alleged that Lacy used AI to create images with his guests and slammed him in the comment section. Per Dexerto, the streamer has responded to the criticism on his Twitch stream and noted,

“All the people out there that are b*tching and complaining about people using AI, listen. I’m gonna keep it real. This poster looks great, and AI made it. Guess what, it got made in less than 30 seconds. It was free."

FaZe Lacy added,

"I didn’t have to pay someone $150 and wait a day and a half to get a f**kin poster made when I just asked AI to do it, bro."

Netizens share mixed reactions to FaZe Lacy for using AI for posts

FaZe Lacy's recent posts on social media have reportedly gained criticism for the use of AI over hiring artists. He added that he would continue using "AI" since it's "easier." He added,

Is it lazy? Yes. I got told about the Tyreek Hill stream an hour before, I don’t have time to wait.”

Users were divided in the use of AI to generate posts and content. One user (@Mikedro_) wrote,

"These guys make well over six figures and complain about paying for art lol."

Another user (@postmetaX) added,

"Lacy worried about $150 ??? Bro you’re a millionaire…."

One user (@aklordx) wrote,

"Ai is just taking away job opportunities from real people that need it, instead they just feeding billionaires."

Some users supported the streamer. One user (@slotslv) questioned,

"Why do people care if he used AI to create a poster?"

Another user (@StickzNPuck) chimed in,

"I mean he isn’t wrong, using the tools you have."

FaZe Lacy has reportedly admitted to the use of AI over hiring artists since it saved time and money. Netizens were divided in their support of the streamer, with some noting that he is using a "tool," while others criticized him for relying on technology to create content.

In other news, FaZe Lacy acknowledged that he is going to start streaming on streaming channel Kick as well for extra money, per Dexerto. He slammed his followers and noted that he is doing it for "an extra 100 bands a month." He admitted that he is doing it for the "bag" and claimed that anyone would.

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