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OpenAI’s yet-to-be-released flagship AI video generatorSorawas leaked on HuggingFace yesterday.

Sora was first revealed to the world in February this year.

Sora-generated video showing an astronaut

What happened with the Sora leak?

This included making it available to a select group of industry experts and creatives.

Access to the leaked Sora was quickly taken down.

Surreal Elderhood · Made by Katsukokoiso.AI with Sora - YouTube

In fact, OpenAI were forced to remove access for anyone with permission to try Sora.

What is the current status of Sora?

Sora isn’t ready for prime-time release.

A State of Semi-Balance · Made by Jon Uriarte with Sora - YouTube

They were also encouraged to provide honest feedback.

Then you could tell the full story after others also have access.

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