OpenAI launched Sora 2 And A New Social App For AI-generated Videos - 1

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OpenAI launched Sora 2 And A New Social App For AI-generated Videos

  • Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert
  • Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager

OpenAI announced on Tuesday a new AI video app called Sora and the latest version of its AI video generator, Sora 2. The new mobile app is currently available only on iOS for users in the United States and Canada, and is being rolled out on an invite-only basis.

In a rush? Here are the quick facts:

  • OpenAI announced the latest version of its AI-video generator, Sora 2.
  • The startup also started to roll out a new social app called Sora for users to watch, share, and interact through AI-generated videos.
  • The Sora app is available for download on the App Store and on an invite-only basis.

According to OpenAI’s announcement , the new flagship video generator model has been trained with advanced simulation capabilities, optimizing its pre-training and post-training systems.

“With Sora 2, we are jumping straight to what we think may be the GPT‑3.5 moment for video,” wrote OpenAI, adding that the new AI-video generator can perform complex tasks that the previous model was not capable of. “As a general-purpose video-audio generation system, it is capable of creating sophisticated background soundscapes, speech, and sound effects with a high degree of realism.”

Sora 2 also has a better understanding of the laws of physics and can even make “mistakes” when modeling realistic real-world experiences. OpenAI shared several impressive examples of the model’s capabilities.

In its promotional video, the company showcased highly realistic clips, including a professional ice skater performing alongside her cat, and a cowboy riding two horses simultaneously while standing upright.

Sora 2 is here. pic.twitter.com/hy95wDM5nB — OpenAI (@OpenAI) September 30, 2025

In addition to the model update, OpenAI launched the Sora app, a social media platform where users can exchange AI-generated videos and interact with AI video content.

“Inside the app, you can create, remix, and bring yourself or your friends into the scene through cameos—all within a customizable feed designed just for Sora videos,” explained OpenAI in a post .

This is the Sora app, powered by Sora 2. Inside the app, you can create, remix, and bring yourself or your friends into the scene through cameos—all within a customizable feed designed just for Sora videos. See inside the Sora app👇 pic.twitter.com/GxzxdNZMYG — OpenAI (@OpenAI) September 30, 2025

The app is available for download on the App Store, but access is limited to users with an invitation.

“We’re starting the initial rollout in the U.S. and Canada today with the intent to quickly expand to additional countries,” wrote OpenAI. “We are prioritizing ChatGPT Pro users for app access, but don’t have an exact timeline. We’re aiming to ramp up as quickly as we safely can.”

MatrixPDF Malware Targets Gmail Users with Malicious PDFs - 2

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MatrixPDF Malware Targets Gmail Users with Malicious PDFs

  • Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer
  • Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager

The new cyber threat, named MatrixPDF, allows attackers to transform regular PDF files into phishing and malware distribution tools, targeting Gmail users.

In a rush? Here are the quick facts:

  • MatrixPDF turns ordinary PDFs into phishing and malware delivery tools.
  • It uses overlays, JavaScript, and fake prompts to bypass Gmail filters.
  • Clicking “Open Secure Document” can steal credentials or download malware.

The malware uses three methods to bypass email filters. Specifically it does this via overlays, clickable prompts and embedded JavaScript, as first detailed by security researchers at Varonis .

“Cybercriminals don’t need to look for new exploits when they can weaponize what people already trust,” the researchers say. PDF files are trusted by users, and attackers exploit that trust to steal credentials or deliver malware.

MatrixPDF modifies actual PDF documents through the by activating deceptive “Secure Document” alerts, content blurring, customized icons, as well as JavaScript execution.

Attackers redirect users to phishing sites, and malware download locations. They do this through payload URLs which users access by clicking on the malicious PDFs. Other options include simulating system dialogs or alert messages to guide the user.

The researchers explain that there are two main attack methods. The first uses email PDF previews in Gmail. The PDF appears normal because Gmail does not run JavaScript.

The system displays a hazy screen which shows an alert, prompting users to click “Open Secure Document,” this in turn opens a malicious URL in the browser. The researches say that this evades Gmail’s antivirus sandbox as the download is treated as a user-initiated web request.

The second method uses PDF-embedded JavaScript within desktop and browser PDF readers. The script performs automatic malware retrieval when users launch files or respond to system prompts.

The majority of users encounter security warnings when accessing files, but researchers say many of them proceed to click “Allow” believing it to be a necessary step for them to view the file.

AI-powered email security systems use their ability to detect unusual file structures and dangerous URLs and hidden scripts to identify MatrixPDF attacks in attachments.

The systems run simulated attacks in a sandbox environment to detect the “Open Secure Document” prompt and prevent it from entering email inboxes. “AI-powered defenses can detect and block the entire attack process before it reaches your inbox,” Varonis argued.