OpenAI has abruptly discontinued its Sora AI video generator app, just six months after its launch, with no plans for its return. This surprising decision comes as competitors like Google advance their AI video capabilities with Veo, and Chinese AI firms release notable products. OpenAI cited copyright concerns and the app's misuse for disturbing content, including the creation of realistic videos of deceased public figures, as contributing factors to its demise. While the consumer app is being shut down, OpenAI has also indicated that developer access and video functionality within ChatGPT will be discontinued, suggesting a permanent end to the Sora project.