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OpenAI Faces Legal Setback Over ‘Cameo’ Trademark Dispute
OpenAI’s social app Sora, featuring a deepfake video tool called ‘Cameo,’ has encountered a significant legal challenge. The company was temporarily blocked by a U.S. District Judge from using the term ‘cameo’ due to a trademark claim by the celebrity video messaging platform Cameo. This dispute highlights the increasing importance of intellectual property rights in tech development and branding.
The restraining order issued on November 21, 2025, restricts OpenAI from using ‘cameo’ and similar terms until a hearing scheduled for December 19. The outcome could set a precedent affecting how AI companies name and market their products, especially as AI-generated content becomes more mainstream. Executives and legal teams in tech should monitor this case closely as it could reshape IP strategy moving forward.
