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OpenAI Faces Backlash Over AI Shopping and Video Initiatives
OpenAI Faces Backlash Over AI Shopping and Video Initiatives
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OpenAI's latest ventures into e-commerce and short-form video content have sparked significant criticism. The company's partnership with Shopify, Etsy, and Stripe enables ChatGPT users to make purchases directly within the app, raising concerns about AI becoming a retail gatekeeper. Meanwhile, the launch of Sora 2, a TikTok-like app featuring AI-generated videos, has been dubbed an 'infinite slop' feed by detractors.
Critics argue these moves signal a shift from OpenAI's research roots toward commercial dominance. The backlash comes amid growing unease over AI's environmental impact, with data centers driving energy prices up 267%. Technologists, environmental advocates, and even longtime supporters are questioning the company's direction.
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