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Awkward AI Summit Moment Goes Viral as Tech Rivals Skip Handshake

Post by : Shakul

NEW DELHI: A brief but awkward moment at the India AI Impact Summit has gone viral after two leading global AI executives appeared to avoid a symbolic handshake during a photo opportunity.

The incident took place in New Delhi during an event led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. As leaders gathered for a unity photograph, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, raised individual fists instead of linking hands.

The unexpected gesture quickly caught attention on social media, with users interpreting it as a sign of underlying rivalry between major AI firms. Clips and images from the moment were widely shared, prompting discussions about competition, collaboration, and leadership dynamics in the fast-growing AI industry.

While no official statement addressed the gesture, the viral moment underscored the intense global focus on artificial intelligence and the competitive landscape shaping its future.

Feb. 23, 2026 12:09 p.m. 396

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