The US Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has classified AI company Anthropic as a ‘supply chain risk,’ a designation typically reserved for foreign entities or those with problematic ownership structures. Anthropic has strongly contested this label, arguing it is an American company with responsible governance and no foreign control. The designation has sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley, raising concerns about how the government assesses AI startups and the potential impact on their ability to secure federal contracts. The incident highlights the growing tension between the rapid innovation in the AI sector and the national security frameworks used to evaluate emerging technologies. Read the full article at: https://www.wired.com/story/anthropic-supply-chain-risk-shockwaves-silicon-valley/