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Daniel Moreno-Gama
PersonDaniel Moreno-Gama, 20, charged with throwing a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's home and OpenAI HQ.
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Daniel Moreno-Gama, a 20-year-old man from Texas, is currently facing federal charges related to an alleged attack on the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and an attempted arson at the company's headquarters. He is accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at Altman's San Francisco residence. The FBI affidavit indicates that Moreno-Gama was captured on surveillance video committing the act. He is newsworthy due to the high-profile nature of the victim, Sam Altman, and the target, OpenAI, a leading AI company. Court documents suggest that Moreno-Gama opposed artificial intelligence and possessed a list of other AI tech executives. The FBI raided his home in Spring, Texas, as part of the investigation. This case highlights growing concerns and potential backlash against the rapid development and deployment of AI technologies.
Last updated: May 1, 2026

