American YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, has ignited a firestorm in Mexico after filming a video at several of the country’s most protected archaeological sites, sparking debates over cultural preservation,

Mexico is seeking compensation from US YouTuber MrBeast and a production company, accusing them of exploiting the nation's ancient pyramids for commercial gain. The video "I Explored 2000 Year Old Ancient Temples" shows the influencer and his team exploring ancient Mayan cities, with a permit from local authorities.

Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History has filed an administrative complaint against the production company behind MrBeast, alleging unauthorized commercial use of images of protected Mayan archaeological sites.