OpenAI shutters AI video model Sora

OpenAI is abruptly discontinuing its AI video generation app, social network, and API access for the Sora model family. This decision follows Sora's initial preview in early 2024 and subsequent release, which faced competition from rivals like Runway and Luma. The shutdown coincides with OpenAI's stated goal to develop a "super app" integrating various products and a reported strategic shift towards enterprise and developer solutions, potentially to counter competitors like Anthropic. The move also casts doubt on a previously announced $1 billion Disney investment deal focused on integrating characters into Sora.