Open AI's Sora video generator tool released to ChatGPT users
OpenAI has publicly released its new artificial intelligence video generator Sora. However, the company has restricted the depiction of people to prevent misuse patterns. Users of a premium version of OpenAI's flagship product, ChatGPT, now have access to Sora, enabling them to create AI-generated videos instantly based on written commands.
Noteworthy examples of videos created with Sora include high-quality clips of sumo-wrestling bears and a cat enjoying coffee. Currently, only a limited group of invited testers can utilize Sora to produce videos involving humans, as OpenAI is diligently working to address concerns regarding the misuse of likeness and deepfakes, as mentioned in a blog post.
Text-to-video AI tools like Sora have been advocated as a cost-effective solution for creating new entertainment and marketing videos. However, there are apprehensions about their potential to impersonate real individuals in political scenarios and beyond.
Content Monitoring and Restrictions
OpenAI has implemented measures to restrict content featuring nudity, emphasizing the priority to prevent harmful applications such as child sexual abuse material and sexual deepfakes. The company has witnessed an overwhelming response following Sora's launch on Monday, leading to a temporary pause in the creation of new accounts due to the surge in traffic.
"We’re currently experiencing heavy traffic and have temporarily disabled Sora account creation," states the webpage of OpenAI. Sora was initially introduced earlier this year, with OpenAI opting to engage with artists, policymakers, and other stakeholders before making the tool available to the general public.
The company has faced legal challenges from some authors and The New York Times regarding its use of copyrighted materials for training ChatGPT but has not disclosed the specific imagery and video sources used for training Sora.
Future Developments
Despite the initial hurdles, the release of Sora has generated significant interest within the AI community and beyond. As OpenAI continues to refine and enhance the capabilities of Sora, the tool is poised to revolutionize the landscape of AI-generated content creation.
Stay tuned for further updates and advancements in AI technology as OpenAI pioneers the development of innovative solutions in the field.
