Anthropic has turned down a Pentagon request for unrestricted use of its AI models, citing concerns over mass surveillance of Americans and fully autonomous lethal weapons. The company’s CEO, Dario Amodei, emphasized a commitment to democratic values and offered to transition the military to alternative providers if required. The standoff follows a broader push by the Department of Defense to renegotiate AI contracts with multiple vendors, with some firms reportedly agreeing to the new terms while Anthropic remains firm on its red lines. Read more →