OpenAI announced it will discontinue its consumer Sora video‑generation app and related API, shifting compute resources to its AI agent and world‑simulation research. The move follows a steep decline in user downloads, intense competition in AI video generation, and the loss of a high‑profile Disney partnership. Executives emphasized the need to prioritize profitability and enterprise tools as the company prepares for potential IPO plans. The decision reflects broader pressures on AI firms to balance rapid innovation with sustainable business models. Read more →