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A famous Chinese legend tells of Ma Liang, whose magical brush could bring paintings to life. Today, artificial intelligence feels much like that brush. But is AI still simply a tool, or is it beginning to replace the artist himself?

At Shenzhen's cultural fair, we explored how people are reacting to AI's expanding role in art and culture. From public concerns and live demonstrations to debates among scholars over ethics, creativity, and authorship, one question emerged above all: who is truly in control? Watch our full report.

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