• Disney and OpenAI struck a licensing agreement that gives ChatGPT and Sora access to Disney's characters and IP. • Disney is also investing $1 billion in the AI company and becoming a "major customer." • The deal means you'll see officially sanctioned AI images and videos of Disney characters starting in early 2026.

Darth Vader is coming to ChatGPT and OpenAI's Sora AI video app.

The House of Mouse and OpenAI struck a three-year licensing agreement on Thursday to make Disney "the first major content licensing partner on Sora."

It's also investing $1 billion into the AI pioneer and receiving warrants to purchase additional equity.

Shares of Disney climbed over 2% after the opening bell.

"As part of this new, three-year licensing agreement, Sora will be able to generate short, use

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