A U.S. district judge has issued a temporary restraining order that bars OpenAI from using the word “cameo” in its AI‑video platform Sora. The order, granted to celebrity‑video startup Cameo, also covers variations such as “Kameo” and “CameoVideo” and remains in effect until Dec. 22. The dispute stems from Cameo’s claim that OpenAI’s use of the term could confuse consumers and dilute its brand. A hearing is set for Dec. 19 to decide whether the injunction should become permanent. Both companies have issued statements, with Cameo’s CEO expressing gratitude for the court’s decision and OpenAI disputing the trademark claim. Read more →

OpenAI's Sora app, described as a "TikTok for deepfakes," now lets users limit how AI-generated versions of themselves appear in videos. The update introduces preferences that can block cameo appearances in political content, restrict specific language, or prevent certain visual contexts. OpenAI says the changes are part of broader weekend updates aimed at stabilizing the platform and addressing safety concerns. While the new tools give creators more say over their digital likenesses, critics note that past AI tools have been bypassed, and the watermark remains weak. OpenAI pledges further refinements. Read more →

Meta has introduced Vibes, a dedicated feed within its Meta AI app that showcases AI-generated short-form videos. Users can browse creations from others, produce their own clips from scratch or by adapting existing videos, and share them via direct messages or cross‑post to Instagram and Facebook. The company says more features for AI‑driven creation are forthcoming. CEO Mark Zuckerberg described Vibes as an early look at new product directions, and Meta Superintelligence Labs will collaborate with Midjourney and Black Forest Labs on upcoming AI projects. Read more →