Sam Altman Raises Billions to Build a Global Network of Semiconductor Fabrication Plants for AI Chips


British semiconductor company Arm announced that its first self-developed AI chip is expected to generate $2 billion in sales next year, as market demand is strong. This move marks a significant breakthrough for Arm in the AI field. As a subsidiary of SoftBank, Arm holds a key position in the global semiconductor market, with its technology widely used in electronic devices. The launch of the new chip comes at a time when AI technology is rapidly developing and the demand for high-performance computing is increasing.
Silicon Valley tycoon Musk and Altman are facing off in court over the founding mission of OpenAI. Musk accuses Altman of transforming the non-profit organization OpenAI into a profit-driven company, deviating from its original purpose. The lawsuit focuses on allegations that Altman, OpenAI's president Broockman, and Microsoft violated contracts and obtained unjust enrichment. The jury selection will begin next Monday, and both sides will present opening statements.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home in San Francisco has been continuously attacked recently. On Friday night, a 20-year-old man threw a Molotov cocktail at his house; early Sunday morning, a Honda car passed by his residence, and a passenger in the car is suspected of firing shots. The police have intervened in the investigation.
The New Yorker investigation reveals that OpenAI CEO Altman has long been involved in deceptive and power manipulation behaviors, with multiple former executives testifying to his influence over events, sparking an internal trust crisis.
OpenAI announced the indefinite suspension of the "ChatGPT NSFW mode" development plan, continuing its recent strategic retreat. This feature was proposed by CEO Sam Altman in October 2025 but has been repeatedly delayed due to ethical risks and regulatory controversies. Over the past week, the company also reduced the priority of services like "instant checkout," indicating a shift in direction, focusing on core business.