On April 11, Sam Altman addressed the incident in which a Molotov cocktail was thrown at his home, sharing photos of his family. According to Altman, the incident occurred at 3:45 AM the previous night; the Molotov cocktail bounced off the house, and no one was injured. He stated that he shared the photos in the hope that the next person would think twice before throwing a Molotov cocktail.

Regarding AI, Altman stated, "AI is the most powerful tool for expanding human capabilities and potential, demand is virtually unlimited, and the world needs a massive amount of AI." He also pointed out that concerns about AI are justified and that ensuring safety requires not only model alignment but also a broader societal response. Furthermore, he stated that AI must be democratized, power should not be overly concentrated, and the management of the future belongs to everyone and their institutions.


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