In an unprecedented display of artificial intelligence’s capabilities, OpenAI has unveiled a new video that takes viewers on a futuristic journey through what TED Talks could look like in the next 40 years. The video created using OpenAI’s unreleased text-to-video model, Sora, showcases a series of FPV drone-style fly-throughs of innovative conference talks, peculiar laboratories, and even underwater tunnels.
The Sora video takes viewers on a first-person view (FPV) drone ride through a series of innovative conference talks, bizarre laboratories, and even underwater tunnels. This immersive experience is not just a showcase of Sora’s capabilities but also a testament to the evolving landscape of technology and ideas.
What will TED look like in 40 years? For #TED2024, we worked with artist @PaulTrillo and @OpenAI to create this exclusive video using Sora, their unreleased text-to-video model. Stay tuned for more groundbreaking AI — coming soon to https://t.co/YLcO5Ju923! pic.twitter.com/lTHhcUm4Fi
— TED Talks (@TEDTalks) April 19, 2024
Paul Trillo, who has been an alpha tester for OpenAI Sora since February, directed the video. His expertise combined with Sora’s advanced capabilities has resulted in a visually stunning and slightly bewildering journey that pushes the boundaries of digital storytelling.
While the full capabilities of Sora will not be available to the public until later this year, the video serves as a tantalizing preview of the potential impact of AI on creative industries. The use of FPV drone-style effects, traditionally requiring advanced piloting skills and expensive equipment, could soon be accessible to a wider range of creators at a fraction of the cost.
However, the video also highlights the current limitations of Sora, with brief on-screen appearances of people and background elements that leave viewers in the uncanny valley. Despite this, the excitement for Sora’s public launch is palpable, as it promises to bring groundbreaking AI to the forefront of creative expression.
As we approach the public release of Sora, the tech community eagerly anticipates more samples and demonstrations of its capabilities. OpenAI’s collaboration with TED is just the beginning of a new era where AI and human creativity converge to redefine the way we experience and share ideas.
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