Arrest made after tech CEO targeted in Molotov cocktail attack

WorldTechnology
11 Apr 2026 • 4:53 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was targeted in a Molotov cocktail attack at his San Francisco home on Friday.
  • Police swarmed his house after a firebomb was hurled, setting an exterior gate alight shortly after 4 a.m.
  • Less than an hour later, someone threatened to burn down a business, identified as OpenAI's headquarters. A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the attack and threat.
  • OpenAI confirmed Altman's home was targeted and that threats were made at its offices, stating that no one was injured and they are cooperating with the police investigation.
  • Authorities have not yet released the suspect's name, specific charges, or a possible motive for the attacks.

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