In a recent interview with CNBC, former President Donald Trump hinted that the US government might be close to resolving its disputes with Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), a prominent artificial intelligence (AI) firm. Trump disclosed that representatives from Anthropic had met with him at the White House recently and expressed optimism about a potential collaboration, stating, “I believe we will get along with them just fine.”
Trump highlighted his intention to work with “the smartest people,” indicating a willingness to engage with Anthropic, despite the government having previously pivoted to partnering with OpenAI (OPAI.PVT). The relationship between Anthropic and the US government soured after the company refused to allow the Department of Defence to use its AI technologies for mass surveillance or the creation of fully autonomous weapons.
In retaliation, the government classified Anthropic as a supply chain threat, which poses problems for contractors who rely on the company’s software in government projects. Although Anthropic has temporarily escaped this designation through a federal court ruling in California, it still faces challenges in the DC Circuit Court of Appeals regarding the government’s actions.
Despite these tensions, Anthropic has an ongoing relationship with the Department of Defence. Reports indicate the Pentagon has utilized Anthropic’s technologies in operations in Venezuela and during the ongoing conflict with Iran.
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