Sam Altman is one of the most influential names in contemporary technology. He became known for leading Y Combinator, the most important startup accelerator in the world, and today runs OpenAI, the company responsible for ChatGPT and for putting generative artificial intelligence at the center of global debate.
With 48 recommended books, his curation reflects the breadth of someone who moves between technology, philosophy, economics and strategy. Altman values works that challenge assumptions and expand long-term vision — readings that shape founders, thinkers and anyone interested in the future being built right now.