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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home attacked

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home attacked

The incident occurred early Friday morning at Altman's $27 million residence, resulting in damage to an exterior gate but no injuries.

Police detained the suspect near OpenAI's offices shortly after he allegedly threatened to burn down the building.

Altman responded to the attack by sharing a rare family photo on social media, emphasizing the human cost of the rising public anxiety surrounding AI. This attack follows an intense period of scrutiny for OpenAI, including a high-profile legal battle with Elon Musk and internal investigations into the company's safety protocols.