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Molotov Cocktail Thrown at OpenAI Chief's House
18 Apr
Summary
- Suspect arrested near OpenAI HQ with incendiary devices.
- Attack comes amid growing global discontent with AI.
- Manifesto condemned AI and called for CEO killings.
A Molotov cocktail was thrown at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco residence in the early hours of April 10. The alleged assailant, identified as 20-year-old Daniel Moreno-Gama, was apprehended less than two hours later near OpenAI's headquarters. Authorities found him with kerosene, a lighter, and a manifesto condemning artificial intelligence and threatening tech CEOs.
Federal and state authorities have charged Moreno-Gama with serious offenses, including attempted arson and attempted murder. His parents have stated that their son had recently experienced a mental health crisis. Moreno-Gama, who has not yet entered a plea, faces potential life imprisonment if convicted. The attack underscores a period of increasing global opposition to AI technologies.
