Overview
- The New York Post reported on Sept. 29 that a private spreadsheet listing over 100 people accused of sexual misconduct has circulated among women in the Bay Area and the story prompted at least 11 more women to come forward to be added to the document.
- People named on the list are described as prominent investors, entrepreneurs and figures tied to major tech and AI companies, and the allegations cover claims of drugging, sexual assault and rape.
- Survivors and insiders say fear of career retaliation, blacklisting and the close ties between founders, investors and communal living spaces make formal reporting risky and push people toward informal networks.
- The recent closure of Callisto, a platform that let survivors anonymously log alleged attackers, has reduced confidential reporting options as some founder communities such as Launch House say they have adopted outside-informed conduct and incident-response measures.
- Advocates warn private lists can surface patterns and protect people but also pose legal and verification risks, so the development could prompt calls for stronger independent reporting channels, more funding for survivor services, and clearer community procedures.