Sam Altman Attack: Man Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder

A man accused of attacking OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder. Daniel Alejandro Moreno-Gama, 20, entered the plea in San Francisco state court on Tuesday. Here's the thing: Moreno-Gama is accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at Altman's home last month, setting an exterior gate on fire. Authorities say he then went to OpenAI headquarters and threatened to burn down that building too. What's interesting is his public defender says Moreno-Gama was experiencing a mental health crisis and believes the charges are excessive. She states he is a kind, hardworking person who has been advocating for peaceful measures against the dangers of AI. A mental health evaluation has been ordered. The bottom line: Moreno-Gama also faces federal charges, and if convicted, he could face decades in prison. This case highlights the intersection of mental health and extreme reactions to emerging technology.