Summary
President Donald Trump directed federal agencies to stop using AI technology from the company Anthropic. This happened just before a Pentagon deadline related to a contract with the company. The disagreement is part of a larger debate about AI's role in national security.
Key Facts
- President Trump ordered federal agencies to phase out Anthropic's AI technology.
- The directive came before a Pentagon deadline for the company to allow full military use of its AI.
- Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, opposed the Defense Department's demands, citing ethical concerns.
- The issue highlights debates about AI's use in national security, including aspects like lethal force and data surveillance.
- The company Anthropic did not comment immediately on the President's announcement.
