YouTuber Cai Agai's second apology fails to appease netizens, who flood comments with criticism

Taiwanese YouTuber Cai Agai has issued a second public apology following backlash over his comparison of a Japanese street artist's portrait to AI-generated images. The incident sparked criticism for disrespecting creators, and subsequent responses and leaked screenshots of his fan group, the 'GArmy,' further fueled the controversy.

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His apologies are always so sincere, making me think he won't make the same mistake again, but he does it next time.

In his latest apology video, Cai Agai expressed sincere regret to all creators and those concerned about the issue. He admitted to a lack of understanding regarding artistic creation, cultural context, and the value of creators. He acknowledged his tendency towards direct and entertaining expression, which caused offense, and stated this is an area requiring deep reflection and learning. He also admitted to immature emotional control in his responses, oversimplifying differing opinions and labeling them, which distracted from productive discussion. He pledged to approach future controversies with greater maturity and responsibility.

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He's not sorry for his mistake, he just knows he's finished.

Cai Agai also addressed the 'GArmy' fan community, describing it as a long-standing platform for fans to share videos, life updates, and personal growth. He stated that if his actions have led the public to perceive the 'GArmy' as representing confrontation or intimidation, or if it has pressured those with different opinions, then it deviates from the group's original purpose and his desired outcome. He accepted responsibility and vowed to re-examine his and his team's future communication methods.

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I don't believe him, the previous video was the real him.

Despite the apology, online reactions remain largely critical. Many netizens expressed skepticism, with comments like 'He's not sorry for his mistake, he just knows he's finished' and 'I don't believe him, the previous video was the real him' flooding the comment section. The repeated apologies and perceived insincerity have led to widespread criticism, with many feeling the apologies are a reaction to potential loss of endorsements rather than genuine remorse.

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First apologizing, then lashing out, then apologizing again, he's really hurting.