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Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over ‘Supply Chain Risk’ Label
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Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over ‘Supply Chain Risk’ Label

AI developer Anthropic has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense to challenge its 'supply chain risk' designation, with Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI staff publicly urging a US judge to block the Pentagon's decision and prevent a ban on Anthropic's technology in existing defense…

Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over Blacklisting
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Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over Blacklisting

American startup Anthropic has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon, seeking to block its inclusion on the U.S. defense department's blacklist, marking a new escalation in their dispute.

OpenAI Pentagon deal: Sam Altman defends contract’s safety guardrails
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OpenAI Pentagon deal: Sam Altman defends contract’s safety guardrails

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman defended the company's deal with the Department of War, highlighting stronger safety guardrails than those Anthropic refused. Altman stated their agreement prohibits mass domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons, aiming to foster government-AI lab collaboration. Despite public backlash and support for Anthropic, OpenAI maintains control over its safety protocols.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang backs Pentagon's right to use AI in Anthropic row
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang backs Pentagon's right to use AI in Anthropic row

The US Defense Department has given AI firm Anthropic a deadline to ease usage restrictions on its models, threatening a $200 million contract loss. Anthropic, citing concerns over autonomous weapons and surveillance, has resisted. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang acknowledged both sides have valid points, suggesting the dispute, while significant, isn't catastrophic for either party.

Trump Appoints Erika Kirk to US Air Force Academy Board of Visitors
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Trump Appoints Erika Kirk to US Air Force Academy Board of Visitors

Donald Trump has appointed Erika Kirk, widow of ultraconservative influencer Charlie Kirk, to the advisory board of the US Air Force Academy, a move that has drawn attention and discussion regarding her qualifications.

Anthropic refuses to bend to Pentagon on AI safeguards
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Anthropic refuses to bend to Pentagon on AI safeguards

A public showdown between the Trump administration and Anthropic is hitting an impasse as military officials demand the artificial intelligence company bend its ethical policies by Friday or risk damaging its business. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei drew a sharp red line 24 hours before the deadline, declaring his company “cannot in good conscience accede” to the Pentagon’s final demand to allow unrestricted use of its technology.