Sam Altman is an American entrepreneur, investor, and the CEO of OpenAI. Born in 1985, he co-founded the location-based social networking company Loopt in 2005, which was acquired by Green Dot Corporation in 2012. Altman then became a prominent figure in Silicon Valley, serving as president of the startup accelerator Y Combinator from 2014 to 2019. Known for his interest in artificial intelligence and the future of technology, he joined OpenAI, a leading AI research organization, and became its CEO in 2019. He is recognized for his forward-thinking approach to technology and often discusses the ethical implications of AI development and the need for responsible innovation. Altman is widely regarded as an influential figure in the tech industry, particularly in the fields of startups, venture capital, and artificial intelligence.