Thu Jan 09 12:15:25 UTC 2025: ## OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Accused of Child Sexual Assault in Federal Lawsuit
**St. Louis, MO –** Sam Altman, the founder and CEO of OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company behind ChatGPT, is facing a federal civil lawsuit alleging years of sexual assault against his younger sister. The suit, filed Monday in the Eastern District of Missouri by Ann Altman, claims the assaults occurred at the family’s Clayton home when she was between the ages of three and eight or nine, with the last alleged assault occurring after Sam Altman turned 18.
The lawsuit details accusations of rape and assault spanning nine years. Ms. Altman is seeking unspecified damages.
Sam Altman and his family vehemently deny the allegations in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter). They expressed concern for Ms. Altman’s well-being, stating the claims are “utterly untrue” and causing immense pain. The family also stated they have provided Ms. Altman with substantial financial support, including rent and bill payments, an offer to purchase a home, and attempts to secure medical assistance.
Ms. Altman made similar claims on social media in 2021. The case is currently pending.