Sam Altman tells federal court he is honest and trustworthy—so who is actually listening

Altman’s sworn claim raises uncomfortable questions about trust

In federal court testimony, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said, “I believe I am an honest and trustworthy business person.” The statement lands amid scrutiny of how tech leaders earn credibility, especially when legal proceedings focus on trust, transparency, and business conduct. The case spotlights not just Altman’s words, but who still believes them and why.