OpenAI has launched its Sora video AI generator in Europe and the UK. Initially available in the US since December 9th, access was previously restricted in Europe due to regulatory concerns, according to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
Sora creates realistic, high-definition videos up to 20 seconds long from text prompts. Currently, only subscribers to ChatGPT's paid Plus and Pro plans can access Sora in Europe. OpenAI has implemented safeguards, including metadata verification and watermarks, to prevent misuse and is temporarily restricting videos with real people to combat deepfakes. While Google and Meta have announced similar tools, Sora has generated significant anticipation since ChatGPT's launch.