Does Generative AI Crowd Out Human Creators? Evidence from Pixiv

Key Points

• Generative AI appears to reduce opportunities for human creators in digital art environments.
• Analysis indicated that engagement levels with human-created content fell by 30% in the presence of AI-generated art.
• Observational analysis focused on the Pixiv platform, assessing interactions and preferences among users.
• Highlights the need to balance technological advancement with the preservation of human creativity.