Authorities have revealed that the 20-year-old man accused of launching a Molotov cocktail attack on the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was carrying a document targeting the artificial intelligence industry. The suspect, Daniel Moreno-Gama, now faces serious charges including attempted murder and arson following the incident at Altman’s San Francisco property last week.+1

Details of the Incident and Arrest The attack occurred early Friday morning when a firebomb was thrown at the front gate of Altman’s residence, causing a small fire but no injuries. Following the assault, Moreno-Gama allegedly traveled to OpenAI’s headquarters, where he was detained by police after making further threats to set the building ablaze. Investigators believe the suspect traveled from Texas to California specifically to carry out the “planned and deliberate” attack, which is now being investigated as an act of domestic terrorism.+1

The “Anti-AI” Document At the time of his arrest, federal officials discovered a document in Moreno-Gama’s possession that expressed extreme hostility toward the development of artificial intelligence. Key findings from the document include:

• A “Hit List” of Executives: The papers contained the names and home addresses of several high-profile AI CEOs, board members, and prominent tech investors.
• Extinction Fears: A section titled “Some more words on the matter of our impending extinction” detailed the suspect’s belief that AI poses an existential threat to humanity.
• Ideological Motive: The manifesto suggests the suspect’s actions were driven by a radical “anti-AI” ideology, reflecting growing extremist anxieties regarding the pace of technological advancement.

Response from Altman and OpenAI Sam Altman addressed the incident in a personal blog post, sharing a photo of his family and expressing hope that the legal proceedings might “dissuade the next person” from resorting to violence, regardless of their opinions on AI. OpenAI has stated it is cooperating fully with the FBI and local law enforcement.+1

Moreno-Gama remains in custody as federal and local authorities continue to investigate whether he acted alone or had connections to broader activist groups. The case has sparked renewed concerns over the physical security of tech leaders as public debate over AI safety intensifies.