Federal Judge Blocks OpenAI from Using 'Cameo' Name in Sora App After Celebrity Platform Files Lawsuit
Summary
Federal judge temporarily blocks OpenAI from using 'Cameo' name in its Sora video generation app until December 22 after celebrity platform Cameo files trademark infringement lawsuit, with a hearing scheduled December 19 to determine if the ban becomes permanent.
Key Points
- A federal judge grants a temporary restraining order blocking OpenAI from using 'cameo' or similar terms for Sora app features until December 22
- Celebrity video platform Cameo sues OpenAI over trademark infringement after the AI company launches a 'Cameo' feature in its Sora video generation app
- OpenAI disputes Cameo's exclusive ownership claim over the word 'cameo' while a December 19 hearing will determine if the ban becomes permanent