MrBeast is currently enjoying the sweet success of his recent uploads. Just in the month of August, the YouTuber brought forward two videos in a span of two weeks. With a third one on its way on August 19, his fans are in for a treat.
His latest video had the guest appearance from the likes of PewDiePie and Sidemen, guaranteeing a hit video. This video, however, has also attracted some comments from critics. A YouTuber claimed MrBeast has used his work, which caused a heated debate online.
MrBeast uses the work of other YouTuber
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MrBeast uploaded ‘$1 vs $250,000 Vacation!’ on August 12. And in the span of just 24 hours, it became the world’s most-viewed video for a non-music video. With the video gaining popularity online, a YouTuber by the name of CG Geek came forward to claim his animation was used in MrBeast’s latest video.
This is so hot! @MrBeast used my world exploding animation for the outro on his latest video today. 👀 pic.twitter.com/TiVWfPVR4O
— CG Geek (@CGGeeks) August 12, 2023
Upon seeing his work used in the video, CG Geek was elated and urged others to watch the video too. But he also notably said he did not receive any credit for his work. He said in a follow-up tweet, “Honestly I’m super flattered and think it’s cool – but others have been saying it’s stealing because MrBeast used it without permission or credit.”
While he was not blaming the YouTuber in any way, his claims made MrBeast the target of online critics. And they sent out their harsh critique on this matter, citing artistic recognition.
The use of fellow YouTuber’s work causes a heated debate online
Critics have commented on how MrBeast did not give his fellow YouTuber the credit he deserves. A critic said, “It’s on the fence because of the 5-second rule. I would think MrBeast, given his rep as the nicest guy in the world would have tossed you some crumbs. Guess not.”
It’s called “Stealing”
— Luciano Daluz (@DaluzLuciano) August 13, 2023
I hope you didn't give it for free and that you are also credited properly.
— David (@DavidRouxel1) August 13, 2023
He should have credited your work Steve, no matter the length. Not sure what you should do about it to be honest. If top creators are starting to use your amazing work, could be a sign things are about to explode for you, maybe focus on setting guidelines for the future use of…
— BlenderZen (@Tomasmckk) August 15, 2023
However, some fans have also come forward to defend the YouTuber, claiming he does not edit his own videos. A fan notably said, “I am surprised they didn’t reach out but some editors just don’t care about copyright and will quite literally pass shit off as their own sometimes. I’m sure if MrBeast sees this he will want to sort this out if you don’t feel 100% about it.“
Like it's your opportunity to profit or cry from it.
He is not abusing various srcs to make a bigger video of cr, and to me 5s it's totally fair use, even 10s— Gabriel O Lúcido (@h3gon101) August 14, 2023
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i mean editors fault so he should talk to them about this and make a rule about downloading videos from youtube without crediting people
— Hamza Bou (@hamzartist) August 14, 2023
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