OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s Home Targeted in Molotov Cocktail Attack

27 articles · Updated · WIRED · Apr 10

A Molotov cocktail was thrown at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home early Friday morning, causing minor damage but no injuries.
The suspect, a 20-year-old man, was later arrested after also making threats against OpenAI’s headquarters in the Mission Bay neighborhood.
OpenAI has experienced previous security threats, and staff were advised to remain vigilant as police continue to investigate the incident.

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