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VCs are betting billions on AI’s next wave, so why is OpenAI killing Sora?

OpenAI's Sora app faces shutdown amid AI infrastructure tensions.

OpenAI's recent shutdown of its Sora app underscores the increasing friction between AI expansion and community resistance, as exemplified by an 82-year-old Kentucky woman who turned down a $26 million offer for her land. This tension is mirrored in the legal landscape, where courts are beginning to hold social media platforms accountable, suggesting a significant shift in how AI and tech companies interact with society.

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    An 82-year-old Kentucky woman rejected a $26 million offer for her land.

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    OpenAI's decision to shut down Sora reflects growing pushback against AI expansion.

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    Recent court rulings against Meta could signal a 'tobacco moment' for social media accountability.

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