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OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app

OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app

Summary

OpenAI has closed its AI video-generation app called Sora, ending its partnership with Disney to focus on other AI technologies like robotics. Disney plans to work with other AI platforms to safely use this technology while respecting intellectual property rights.

Key Facts

  • OpenAI has shut down its Sora app that created videos using AI technology.
  • The closure comes less than two years after Sora was launched in December 2024.
  • OpenAI is also ending its content partnership with Disney.
  • OpenAI aims to focus on developing AI for tasks in robotics.
  • Disney will explore other AI options to use technology safely and legally.
  • The Sora app allowed users to create videos with Disney characters under a licensed deal.
  • Sora faced concerns about potential copyright issues and competition in the AI video market.

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