“Guess he’s not exactly the chill guy we thought, huh?”: Chill Guy Creator Cries Copyright Violation after Crypto Meme Coin Blows Past $500M
In November 2024, a viral meme turned cryptocurrency, Chill Guy, caused a stir in both the crypto and legal worlds. The Solana-based meme coin soared to an
Creator of the Chill Guy meme threatens takedowns after doxxing, crypto coin surge
The Chill Guy meme crypto controversy involves an image of an anthropomorphized dog wearing casual clothing and an unbothered smirk. This character, created by a Twitter artist and granted meme status by fans, became so popular in 2024 that an unknown individual made a crypto coin out of it.
What is the 'Chill Guy' meme? What to know about origin, copyright feud and crypto sales
The "Chill Guy" meme is an anthropomorphic dog, wearing a sweater, blue jeans and sneakers. Social media users relate to his cool and calm demeanor.
Who is Phillip Banks? Artist behind viral Chill Guy meme threatens legal action over latest internet sensation
As the Chill Guy meme takes over the internet while dominating the cryptocurrency market, the artist behind the viral sensation, Phillip Banks, is looking to copyright the character.
Who Is Phillip Banks? Artist Behind Viral 'Chill Guy' Meme AKA 'My New Character'
Phillip, a North Carolina-based artist, created the "Chill Guy" meme featuring a dog dressed as a human. Active on social media, he has over 20,000 Instagram and 60,000 X followers. In an October 2023 Q&A,
What is the 'Chill Guy' meme going viral and the 'big' Cryptocurrency controversy behind it
The popular "Chill Guy" meme, featuring a relaxed dog in human clothing, is at the center of a cryptocurrency conflict. The meme's creator, Phillip Ba
‘Chill guy’ meme creator threatens lawsuit over memecoin
Phillip Banks is threatening legal action against for-profit uses of his creation, the chill guy meme, including a memecoin.
What Is ‘Chill Guy’ Meme About? Meaning & Copyright Feud Explained
Social media keeps buzzing with the rise of new trends. The latest one is the Chill Guy meme which has taken every platform by storm including the cryptocurrency market. However, things have taken an ugly turn with the emergence of a copyright controversy.
The 'Chill Guy' Meme Has Been Copyrighted By Creator Phillip Banks Who Says He's DMCA Striking Brands Using It For Profit
Phillip Banks is tired of brands trying to use his Chill Guy meme, which has exploded in virality this week, for profit.
What is the Chill Guy meme? Where did it come from? Explaining the viral trend
Are you just a Chill Guy? Or are you confused about all these Chill Guy memes? Here's what to know about the viral trend.
As Chill Guy Meme Goes Viral, It's Creator Is Threatening Legal Action
A new meme has landed—well, sort of. Last year, its creator, Phillip Bankss, introduced the Chill Guy character on Bluesky, and now it’s finally taking off. In October 2023, Bankss described the character on Bluesky,
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Chillguy Creator Threatens Legal Action as Crypto Trenches Scour TikTok
Phillip Banks, the creator of the "Chill Guy" meme, said he's copyrighted the character and plans to issue takedown ...
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Chill Guy (CHILLGUY) takes over DEX trading despite copyright warnings from the author of the token’s cartoon
Chill Guy (CHILLGUY) rallied, despite threats from cartoonist Phillip Banks, who threatened legal action against using his ...