A senior U.S. defense official has announced that the Pentagon is developing a plan to allow artificial intelligence companies to train their models on classified military data. This initiative aims to accelerate the development of AI tools for national security by providing access to sensitive, real-world information that is typically restricted. The official stated that establishing secure environments and protocols for this access is a key priority, acknowledging the significant security challenges involved. The move reflects the Department of Defense’s increasing focus on integrating advanced AI capabilities into defense and intelligence operations. Read the full article at: https://www.technologyreview.com/2026/03/17/1134351/the-pentagon-is-planning-for-ai-companies-to-train-on-classified-data-defense-official-says/