Google and Pentagon reportedly agree deal for ‘any lawful’ use of AI
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After Anthropic refused to allow the DoD to use its AI for domestic mass surveillance and autonomous weapons, Google has signed a new contract with the department.
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Google has signed a classified deal that allows the US Department of Defense to use its AI models for "any lawful government purpose," The Information reports.
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The agreement was reported less than a day after Google employees demanded CEO Sundar Pichai block the Pentagon from using its AI amid concerns that it would be used […]
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**Summary:** Google reportedly signed a deal with the Pentagon allowing the use of its AI models for "any lawful government purpose," following Anthropic's refusal to allow the DoD to use its AI for domestic mass surveillance and autonomous weapons. **Why It Matters:** This agreement highlights the growing integration of AI technology in military operations
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