Application and Ethical Issues of Artificial Intelligence in Art And Culture Industry — Stereotypes and Biases Within Ai-Generated Artwork in The Art and Cultural Industries

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) has a huge impact on all major industries around the world. The emergence of AI has led to a lot of discussions on moral and ethical issues. This article explores how AI is applied in the art and cultural industries, with a particular focus on the ethical concerns caused by stereotypes and biases within AI-generated artwork. Through a review of existing literature and data collected from interviews and questionnaires, this study reveals that while AI is seen as a helpful creative tool by some artists and audiences, it also raises serious concerns about authorship, originality, and fairness The research highlights that public understanding of AI-generated art remains limited, especially among younger audiences, leading to divided opinions about its value and authenticity. Many participants expressed concerns that AI lacks emotional expression and may reproduce existing societal stereotypes due to biased training data. Although some respondents see the potential of AI to enhance creativity, others remain cautious, pointing out the lack of clear ethical guidelines and transparency in how AI is used in artistic creation. Overall, the findings emphasize that biases in AI-generated art can reinforce harmful cultural, gender, and racial stereotypes, and that more attention needs to be paid to these issues in the creative industries. By raising awareness and encouraging responsible development and use of AI, the art and culture industry can move towards more inclusive and ethical practices in the digital age.