OpenAI Unveils Sora and Advanced Reasoning Model During 12 Days of Shipmas Celebration

OPENAI'S 12 DAYS OF 'SHIPMAS' ANNOUNCEMENTS

Source: The Verge

Exciting Line-Up

OpenAI is set to unveil a series of new features, products, and demonstrations over a 12-day period, starting December 5th. The highlights include:

• Sora: A highly anticipated text-to-video AI tool.
• New Reasoning Model: Expected enhancements in AI reasoning capabilities.

Launch Confirmation

CEO Sam Altman announced the "shipmas" event during The New York Times’ DealBook conference, although specific details about the daily announcements were not disclosed.

Social Media Teasers

Prior to the launch, OpenAI team members have been hinting at the upcoming features on social media, fostering excitement and speculation.

CONTEXT ON SORA'S LAUNCH

Background on Sora

The upcoming release of Sora comes on the heels of protests from artists regarding their involvement in its development without compensation. Several artists have participated in an alpha testing program throughout 2024, indicating the model's readiness for a broader launch.

Competition in AI Video Models

Google also introduced a competing generative AI video model, Veo, ahead of Sora’s announcement. Veo is currently in private preview and is designed for business applications.

Possible Voice Features

Among the surprises in the 12-day schedule, there might be a festive twist for ChatGPT users, potentially incorporating a Santa-inspired voice feature.