ALTMAN FIRES BACK AT NEW YORKER PROFILE

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SUN, APR 12, 2026

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman published a blog post responding to a New Yorker article questioning his trustworthiness, following an apparent attack on his home.

Altman addressed both the in-depth profile and the separate incident in his response, calling the New Yorker piece "incendiary." The article raised concerns about his track record and business practices. The timing of Altman's statement came after reports of an attack at his residence, adding another layer to the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the OpenAI leader. The New Yorker profile reportedly delved into questions about his reliability and past decisions. Altman's blog post represents a direct rebuttal to the magazine's reporting. The response marks an escalation in tensions between the OpenAI CEO and media outlets investigating his background and leadership style. The incident underscores the intensifying pressure on major AI industry figures facing increased public and journalistic scrutiny over their practices and statements.

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