The WAN Show Sora is Dead - WAN Show March 27, 2026
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Mar 28, 2026 They unpack OpenAI shutting down Sora and its pivot to business tools, then debate why per‑video AI models struggled economically. Intel and ARM silicon moves, new Intel ARC chips, and Wine 11 improving Windows game compatibility on Linux get technical attention. Security alerts, FCC router rules, and legal rulings about platforms and ISPs spark policy talk. Product launches, store updates, and a channel transition round out the conversation.
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Linus Tried Sora As A One-Off Marketing Stunt
- Linus recounted paying for Sora tokens once and using it for a short video with Riley; usage seemed limited to early buzz.
- He called Sora a marketing stunt backed by high licensing deals and influencer permissions.
Wine 11 Adds Native WoW64 For 32-Bit Support
- Wine 11 implements a proper WoW64 layer so 32-bit Windows apps run on 64-bit Linux without multi-lib hacks.
- This combined with ntsync makes Windows gaming on Linux significantly more compatible and easier to maintain.
SwiftKey Migration Email Borked On Desktop
- Linus described a confusing SwiftKey migration email that redirected desktop users to the app homepage instead of an account migration flow.
- He feared losing his long-trained SwiftKey dictionary and had to troubleshoot via mobile to connect a Microsoft account.