The Trump administration has initiated a formal process to prohibit the US government from contracting with or using services from Anthropic, the AI safety and research company behind Claude. This move, framed as a national security measure, would add Anthropic to a list of restricted entities. The action follows scrutiny of the company’s corporate structure and its perceived ties to foreign entities, though specific evidence has not been publicly detailed. If finalized, the ban would prevent federal agencies from procuring Anthropic’s AI models and tools. The company has stated it is reviewing the order and emphasizes its commitment to developing safe AI. This development marks a significant escalation in government oversight of the AI sector. Read the full article at: https://www.wired.com/story/trump-moves-to-ban-anthropic-from-the-us-government/