OpenAI plans monetization, credit sales for Sora AI video app in US, Canada

OpenAI has introduced a monetization plan for its AI video generation app, Sora, allowing users to purchase additional video generations beyond the existing free daily limit of 30. Power users can buy 10 extra videos for $4, while pro users have a daily cap of up to 100 videos, though the free limit is expected to decrease as user growth strains available GPU resources. In addition to the credit system, OpenAI is developing a "Sora economy" that will let creators and rights holders monetize character cameos, which are AI-generated avatars of pets, toys, or illustrations, with protections in place to prevent unauthorized use of celebrities' likenesses. The company is also expanding Sora's features with tools like video stitching and reusable character cameos, aiming to support professional creators, agencies, and brands in scaling content production. OpenAI plans to prioritize early adopters for monetization pilots and gradually transition Sora towards commercial use with revenue-sharing models. These changes reflect OpenAI's approach to balancing free access with sustainable growth and creative control for its user base.