Thu Jan 09 05:11:18 UTC 2025: **OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Denies Sister’s Decade-Long Sexual Abuse Allegations**
ST. LOUIS, MO – Sam Altman, CEO of the influential artificial intelligence company OpenAI, is facing serious allegations of sexual abuse. His sister, Ann Altman, filed a lawsuit on Monday in Missouri federal court alleging nearly a decade of sexual assault and battery, beginning when she was three years old and continuing until she was a minor.
The lawsuit details numerous instances of rape, sexual assault, molestation, and sodomy, allegedly perpetrated by Altman from 1997 to 2006. Ann Altman is seeking at least $75,000 in damages, citing resulting PTSD, emotional distress, and medical expenses. She claims the abuse caused her significant mental anguish and depression. The lawsuit was filed under a Missouri law allowing child sexual abuse victims to sue until their 31st birthday; Ann Altman turned 31 on Wednesday.
In a joint statement released on X (formerly Twitter) by Altman, his mother, and brothers, the family vehemently denied the allegations. They characterized the claims as “utterly untrue” and attributed Ann Altman’s actions to mental health struggles, stating she “refuses conventional treatment” and continues to demand money despite receiving ongoing financial support. The statement emphasized the family’s love and concern for Ann Altman.
Ann Altman’s attorney, Ryan Mahoney, responded by stating that denial of such allegations by family members is not uncommon in these situations. He also refuted the suggestion that Ann Altman’s mental health invalidates her claims, asserting there is “no evidence” to support such a connection. Mahoney’s statement implies that the family’s focus is misplaced.
Altman, a prominent figure in the AI world, and OpenAI, valued at $157 billion, have yet to issue separate statements addressing the lawsuit. The case is likely to generate significant attention given Altman’s high profile and the gravity of the accusations.
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