Thursday, 5 February, 2026
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Dismisses Moltbook as a Fad

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has labeled the recent "Moltbook" craze a passing fad, urging the industry to focus on substantive AI breakthroughs over viral trends. Despite dismissing the hype, Altman emphasized that the underlying technology represents a monumental shift in human productivity. He highlighted AI’s potential to solve complex global challenges, reaffirming OpenAI’s commitment to developing safe, powerful models.
Read full story at Economic Times