Bitcoin News Today: As AI Threatens Content Creators, Saylor Urges MrBeast to Buy Bitcoin

Michael Saylor, CEO of Strategy Inc., has urged YouTube creator Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast) to invest in Bitcoin as concerns grow over AI-generated content threatening the livelihoods of digital creators. The recommendation came following MrBeast's public expression of fears that AI-generated videos could replicate human-created content with equal effectiveness, potentially destabilizing platforms like YouTube. Saylor, a prominent Bitcoin advocate, responded to MrBeast's concerns on social media with the succinct advice: "Buy Bitcoin MrBeast"Michael Saylor pitches Bitcoin to MrBeast as AI takes over …^[1].

MrBeast's apprehensions stem from the rapid advancement of AI tools capable of producing synthetic videos that mimic human creativity. Over 15 million YouTube videos from more than two million channels have reportedly been scraped without permission to train AI models, with nearly one million "how-to" videos used to teach systems to replicate human speech and editing stylesMichael Saylor Advises MrBeast to Buy Bitcoin Amid AI Concerns^[2]. This practice has raised copyright and ethical concerns, prompting legal action. Bollywood stars Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan recently filed lawsuits in India to block AI-generated content infringing on their intellectual property rights, leading to the removal of hundreds of videos with over 16 million viewsBollywood stars Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai drag …^[3].

The intersection of AI and digital content creation has sparked debates about the quality and intent of algorithm-driven media. Critics like tech writer Adam Bumas describe AI-generated videos as "AI slop," emphasizing their purpose to exploit platform algorithms rather than provide creative or educational valueMichael Saylor Tells MrBeast to “Buy Bitcoin” as Bitcoin Hits ATH^[4]. Meanwhile, MrBeast himself had previously experimented with AI tools through his analytics platform ViewStats but retracted an AI thumbnail generator after backlash from artists fearing job lossesMichael Saylor Advises MrBeast to Buy Bitcoin Amid AI Concerns^[5].

Saylor's Bitcoin recommendation aligns with his long-standing belief in the cryptocurrency as a store of value during periods of technological disruption. Strategy Inc., which holds 640,031 BTC valued at $79.6 billion, reported a $3.9 billion unrealized gain in Q3 2025 as Bitcoin surged to an all-time high of $125,000Q3 2025 Sees $3.9 Billion Bitcoin Fair Value Gain for Strategy^[6]. The company paused its Bitcoin purchases in October, but Saylor's public endorsement of Bitcoin highlights its perceived role as a financial hedge against uncertainties in the digital content landscapeStrategy Q3 Bitcoin Gains Were $3.9B; No Weekly Buys for First …^[7].

The legal and economic challenges posed by AI extend beyond YouTube. Platforms like TikTok and Instagram are updating policies to address creator backlash, while global regulations struggle to keep pace with AI's rapid evolution. Experts warn that AI-generated content could further erode trust in digital media, with Marques Brownlee revealing that over 1,600 of his YouTube videos were used without consent to train Runway's Gen-3 AI modelMichael Saylor Advises MrBeast to Buy Bitcoin Amid AI Concerns^[8]. As institutions and creators navigate these complexities, Bitcoin's position as a decentralized asset remains a focal point for those seeking stability amid technological upheaval.