Tags: AI economics

OpenAI has discontinued its AI video generation tool Sora less than a year after it went viral. The decision was driven primarily by the high expense of running the technology—estimated at around $1 million per day—and a sharp drop in user engagement after the initial launch. While earlier reports hinted at plans to integrate Sora into ChatGPT, those plans appear to be abandoned as OpenAI pivots toward productivity‑focused AI tools that promise clearer revenue streams. The shutdown underscores the challenge of turning experimental AI demos into sustainable products. Ler mais

Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei told reporters that the AI sector faces a complex risk environment that could resemble a bubble. While bullish on the technology’s potential, he cautioned that some rivals may take imprudent bets, especially around the timing of economic value, data‑center investment, and chip depreciation. Amodei highlighted the uncertainty of revenue growth, the need for disciplined risk management, and the danger of “YOLO‑style” strategies that could jeopardize companies’ financial health. Ler mais