US Defense Secretary Summons Anthropic CEO Over Military Use of Claude AI

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has summoned Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to the Pentagon for high-stakes talks regarding the military use of Anthropic's Claude AI system. The Pentagon seeks fewer restrictions on AI deployment within classified networks, while Anthropic insists on maintaining safeguards against mass surveillance and autonomous weapons. The meeting reflects tensions over AI ethics and national security, with the Pentagon considering cutting ties if terms are not met. Anthropic describes discussions as productive, amid pressure from other AI firms cooperating with the military.