A former employee of OpenAI, Abdulrahman Alfozan, 35, is being held without bail following a ruling by a US District Judge in San Francisco. Judge Alex Tse determined Alfozan poses a “significant” flight risk, denying a request from his legal team for release. The case centers around allegations that Alfozan planted a recording device at OpenAI’s offices in San Francisco. Prosecutors argued against his release, highlighting his frequent communication with a member of the Saudi royal family. Concerns were raised about potential assistance from this contact should Alfozan attempt to flee. The judge’s decision underscores the seriousness of the charges and the perceived threat of Alfozan evading legal proceedings.