Pentagon may label Anthropic a ‘supply chain risk’: impact on firm and partners

 The US Department of Defense is reportedly considering labeling Anthropic, the developer of AI model Claude, a “supply chain risk.” This move could force military contractors to cease business with the company, stemming from disagreements over AI usage terms, particularly concerning restrictions on autonomous weapons and surveillance. The Pentagon seeks “all lawful purposes” use. The US Department of Defense is reportedly considering labeling Anthropic, the developer of AI model Claude, a “supply chain risk.” This move could force military contractors to cease business with the company, stemming from disagreements over AI usage terms, particularly concerning restrictions on autonomous weapons and surveillance. The Pentagon seeks “all lawful purposes” use.