OpenAI CEO Highlights Fear Among Muslim Tech Workers Amid Israel-Gaza Conflict

Sam Altman calls for unity and empathy in the tech industry, noting more support for Jewish individuals than Muslims amid rising antisemitism and Islamophobia.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has spoken out about the fear of retaliation that Muslim and Arab tech workers, particularly Palestinians, are experiencing when expressing their views on the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict.
Altman, who is Jewish, has noted that while antisemitism is a significant and growing issue, he sees more support for Jewish individuals in the tech industry than for Muslims.
Reports indicate a sharp rise in both antisemitism and Islamophobia in the U.S. and globally since the start of the conflict in October, with advocacy groups recording significant increases in incidents.
Altman's comments follow controversy within OpenAI, with the Head of Research Platform, Tal Broda, apologizing for posts supporting Israel's bombardment of Gaza.
Altman's call for unity and empathy in the tech industry comes as tech companies struggle to manage employee discussions about the Israel-Gaza conflict.