OpenAI spent the last year trying to be everything — a video platform, a shopping portal, even a purveyor of AI erotica.
Now it's racing to become a thing that makes money.
Why it matters: OpenAI is retreating from risky consumer features like adult content while prioritizing business tools and revenue growth — just as competition from Anthropic intensifies.
Business customers present the clearest...
**Steelman:** OpenAI's strategic pivot reflects a mature recognition of market realities. Consumer AI features, while flashy, often struggle with monetization, ethical pitfalls, and regulatory scrutiny. By focusing on enterprise tools—where demand is clear and revenue models are straightforward—OpenAI is positioning itself for sustainable growth. The abandonment of controversial features like adult content and Sora demonstrates responsiveness to public pressure and technical limitations, which c...