OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has once again made a splash on social media, this time with a gold credit card from fintech giant Robinhood. Altman recently shared a photo of the card on X (formerly Twitter), praising its craftsmanship. Altman wrote, “A few months ago Robinhood sent me a gold credit card with extremely high-quality details. I thought it was a ridiculous marketing stunt at the time but now it’s an example of what I think about great design.” Let me talk.”

Robinhood, the gold credit card maker, is known for providing retail brokerage services including stock trading, cryptocurrency options, and cash management tools. Co-founded by Vladimir Tenev and Baiju Bhatt in 2013, the Menlo Park-based firm launched its credit card in March. The card boasts 3 percent cashback on all purchases, no annual fee and zero foreign transaction fees.

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev cheekily responded to Altman’s praise on X, writing, “Thanks, O1 is great too.”

The physical appeal of the card is as impressive as its benefits. Made of stainless steel and weighing 17 grams, it is one of the heaviest cards on the market. Select members can also get a 10-karat gold edition. It’s no surprise that more than a million people joined the waiting list within a month of the card being announced.

For Altman, this isn’t the first time she’s made headlines for her high-end lifestyle. The CEO of OpenAI recently appeared in a viral video this year driving the Koenigsegg Regera, a hypercar whose price starts at $1.9 million and can reach $3.7 million at auction. The Regera is a rare beauty, with only 85 units made since its introduction in 2015.

Altman’s vision of a luxury car reignited debate about OpenAI’s transition from a non-profit to a for-profit enterprise. Even Elon Musk, who co-founded OpenAI with Altman in 2015, has joined the race. Responding to a post questioning Altman’s extravagant lifestyle, Musk commented, “Great question,” a subtle jab at their long-standing rivalry.

The strained relationship between Musk and Altman has been no secret. Musk left OpenAI’s board in 2018, citing disagreements over the direction of the organization. In February 2024, Musk also sued OpenAI, accusing it of abandoning its original mission.