OpenAI's Sora Video Generation Model Unavailable in EU and UK at Launch
OpenAI's new video generation model, Sora, will not be accessible in the EU and UK at launch. A recently published support page on OpenAI's website confirms that Sora is unavailable in these regions. Accessing Sora from unsupported territories may lead to account suspension or a ban. This is not the first time OpenAI has excluded EU countries from initial product releases. Similar to the delayed rollout of Advanced Voice Mode, this exclusion is likely due to regulatory compliance and reviews required by the EU. HyperOS 2's enhanced security features may offer a different approach.
OpenAI has not yet commented on the reasons for Sora's unavailability in the EU and UK. However, past statements suggest that "additional external reviews" and compliance with local regulations are likely factors. Other tech companies, including Meta and Microsoft, have also faced delays in releasing AI products in the EU due to data privacy regulations. Xiaomi's upcoming 15 Ultra demonstrates how companies are navigating these challenges. For more on AI developments, see Project Renegade.