The New York Times

Suspect in OpenAI Attack Targeted Top A.I. Leaders, Police Say

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A 20-year-old Texas man arrested for attacking the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman had a list of other artificial intelligence (A.I.) leaders, officials stated. The suspect is charged with throwing a homemade explosive device at the gate of Altman's residence. Authorities say he had written extensively about the perceived dangers of A.I. Police did not release the names on the list or specify any further threats. The investigation is ongoing. The incident highlights the intense personal scrutiny faced by executives in the rapidly evolving and controversial A.I. industry.