Sora 2 sparks backlash over videos of deceased figures
On October 18, 2025, reports surfaced that Sora 2, OpenAI’s new short-video generator, allowed users to create clips depicting deceased public figures in offensive or comedic scenarios. Families and advocacy groups criticized the policy that permitted such depictions, prompting OpenAI to block certain names and offer opt-outs. Benefit: Expands creative possibilities, but raises ethical and legal issues. Significance: Reopens the debate on digital identity rights and moral limits in generative entertainment.