OpenAI can’t use the word «Cameo» inside and outside of Sora

OpenAI is now barred from using the "Cameo" word, which is a major feature in the Sora 2 generator
Sora 2 is barred from making use to the term until December 22, when a new hearing will be held. (Picture: generated)
Sora’s launch wasn’t just about the ability to make realistic short-form videos, but heavily featured the «Cameo» ability.

This lets you create custom characters of friends or yourself and re-use your «Cameo» in different settings.

Not so fast, said the makers of the real «Cameo,» which sells custom-made celebrity videos or greetings. This is their whole business model, and they promptly sued to get their name back.

Now, U.S. District Judge Eumi K. Lee has granted a temporary restraining order on the use of the word by OpenAI — inside the app and elsewhere — until a hearing can be held on whether or not the ban should be made permanent on December 22.

Read more: scoop by CNBC, writeups by Engadget and Gizmodo