This exclusion of the EU is not new for OpenAI, as the company previously delayed the release of its Advanced Voice Mode in the region due to additional external reviews required by local regulations. Other tech companies like Meta and Microsoft have also faced delays in launching AI products in the EU because of complex data privacy laws. OpenAI and others have expressed concerns about these regulatory hurdles, which they argue could hinder AI progress.
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- OpenAI's video generator, Sora, is launching for ChatGPT Pro and Plus subscribers, but it is not available in EU countries and the UK.
- Sora Turbo can generate video clips between 5 and 22 seconds in various resolutions, with credits required for video generation based on resolution and duration.
- ChatGPT Plus and Pro plans offer different credit allocations and benefits, including priority and relaxed video options, with credits resetting monthly.
- OpenAI has previously delayed product launches in the EU due to additional external reviews required by local regulations, similar to other tech companies facing compliance challenges in the region.