Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 OpenAI video app Sora hits 1 million downloads faster than ChatGPT

The popular AI tool generates ten second long realistic-looking videos from simple text prompts.

* Over 1 million downloads in less than 5 days, outpacing ChatGPT's launch.
* Sora app generates realistic-looking videos from simple text prompts.
* App has topped Apple App Store charts in the US and allows users to post created videos on social media.
* Handling of copyright material and images of deceased public figures has attracted criticism online.
* Some users have posted AI-generated videos of deceased celebrities, including Michael Jackson and Tupac Shakur.
* OpenAI spokesperson cites "strong free speech interests" for depicting historical figures, but acknowledges that authorized persons can request their likenesses not be used.
* Videos often feature depictions of characters from films, TV, and games, with some users using Sora to create humorous deepfakes.
* Companies behind popular generative AI systems are currently locked in legal battles with creators and rights holders over creative works.
* OpenAI has agreed to adapt its approach to these issues and is exploring revenue-sharing models.
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