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UFC 335 Promotional Poster Criticized for AI Imagery
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The UFC released a promotional poster for the December 12 card in Las Vegas, sparking a wave of online criticism regarding the use of AI-generated content. Fans specifically targeted the rendering of heavyweight fighter Sergei Pavlovich, leading to widespread circulation of memes across social media platforms.
UFC CEO Dana White has maintained that the promotion intends to continue utilizing AI technology in its operations. Despite the backlash, the event is set to proceed with a main event featuring Charles Oliveira defending his "BMF" title against Diego Lopes, alongside a co-main event between Alex Pereira and Sergei Pavlovich.
AI-assisted brief by the Octagon Edge News Desk, based on reporting from MMA Mania.
