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OpenAI CEO’s attacker faces attempted murder charges after throwing a device at Sam Altman’s home

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A 20-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after throwing an object at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home. San Francisco prosecutor Brooke Jenkins alleges that Daniel Moreno-Gama intended to kill Altman and a security officer. The incident marks a serious security threat against one of AI's most prominent leaders, raising concerns about safety risks faced by high-profile tech executives.