The Blender, a community for 3D artists, has announced it has accepted funding from Anthropic. This decision has been met with criticism from some community members who view it negatively. However, others see it as an opportunity to connect with creative individuals who understand the community's ethos. AI
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IMPACT This funding may influence the direction of creative tools and communities that integrate AI.
RANK_REASON A community accepting funding from an AI company is a minor event.