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Besançon: AI-created Christmas market poster sparks controversy
The poster for Besançon's 2026 Christmas market, designed with the help of artificial intelligence, has sparked intense controversy. The city council stands by this choice in the face of criticism from opponents, local graphic designers, and internet users.
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Society event (severity: low) in Besançon (Doubs), first detected on 12 November 2026 at 16:55. Reported by 1 source (1 article), last updated on 12 November 2026 at 16:55. Part of the story “Besançon: 2026 Christmas market, schedule and controversy over AI-created poster”.
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- 16h55France 3 RégionsWire12 Nov"C'est du gâchis" : à Besançon, l'affiche du marché de Noël créée avec l'IA provoque une vive polémique culturelle et politique
Conçu avec l'aide de l'intelligence artificielle par une agence de communication extérieure à la ville, le visuel du marché de Noël 2026 à Besançon (Doubs) fait parler de lui. Critiquée par ses opposants politiques, les graphistes locaux, et une partie des internautes, la municipalité assume ce choix.
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