Who Controls AI?
A high-stakes conflict erupted between Anthropic and the U.S. government over AI ethics, as the Pentagon demanded unrestricted use of Claude for all lawful purposes, including domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons, while Anthropic refused on safety and democratic grounds. President
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