OpenAI CEO’s San Francisco home targeted in Molotov cocktail attack
The San Francisco home of Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, was attacked with a Molotov cocktail, according to the company. Police arrested a 20-year-old suspect after the incident and subsequent threats to OpenAI’s headquarters. No injuries were reported, and it is unclear if Sam Altman was present at the time. The motive for the attack is not yet known.
What we know
- Sam Altman’s luxury home in San Francisco was targeted with an incendiary device, causing a fire at an exterior gate.
- Police responded to reports of the attack and later detained a 20-year-old man making threats at OpenAI’s offices.
- OpenAI confirmed the attack on the CEO’s residence and threats to its headquarters, stating the individual is in custody.
- Sam Altman addressed the incident on his personal blog, sharing a photo of his family and calling for de-escalation.
- OpenAI’s profile has risen with the widespread use of ChatGPT, which now claims more than 900 million weekly active users and 50 million subscribers.
