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Anthropic says AI labs need coordinated plan to halt development if risks rise

Anthropic says AI labs need coordinated plan to halt development if risks rise

June 4 (Reuters) - Anthropic said on Thursday frontier AI developers should establish a coordinated, verifiable way to slow down or temporarily pause development if advanced systems begin improving themselves faster than society can manage the risks.

AI Industry Leaders Urge Congress to Regulate Synthetic DNA to Prevent Bioweapons

AI Industry Leaders Urge Congress to Regulate Synthetic DNA to Prevent Bioweapons

Prominent leaders in the artificial intelligence industry, including CEOs from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google DeepMind, have signed an open letter urging Congress to implement regulations on synthetic DNA to prevent its misuse in creating biological weapons. The letter highlights the increasing biosecurity risks posed by advancements in AI, which could lower the barriers for bad actors to develop bioweapons. The signatories call for legislation requiring companies that sell synthetic DNA and manufacturers of synthesis machines to verify customer legitimacy and monitor sequences of concern before shipping orders.

Anthropic's Blog Highlights AI Advancements and Raises Concerns Over Recursive Self-Improvement

Anthropic's Blog Highlights AI Advancements and Raises Concerns Over Recursive Self-Improvement

Anthropic's Blog Highlights AI Advancements and Raises Concerns Over Recursive Self-Improvement

U.S. Military's AI Dispute Highlights Technology Sovereignty Challenges

U.S. Military's AI Dispute Highlights Technology Sovereignty Challenges

A recent dispute between the U.S. Department of Defense and AI company Anthropic has highlighted the complexities of technology sovereignty in the context of military applications. The conflict arose from a contractual disagreement over the use of AI technology, leading to a federal lawsuit and discussions at the White House. The situation underscores the challenges faced by countries in maintaining sovereignty over critical technologies, especially in the context of military and security applications. The dispute also reflects broader concerns about the influence of private companies on national security and the strategic implications of AI technology.

AI Companies Increasingly Hire Philosophers to Shape Ethical AI Development

AI Companies Increasingly Hire Philosophers to Shape Ethical AI Development

AI Companies Increasingly Hire Philosophers to Shape Ethical AI Development

OpenAI's Altman to urge US lawmakers not to require AI model approvals

OpenAI's Altman to urge US lawmakers not to require AI model approvals

By Courtney Rozen WASHINGTON, June 3 (Reuters) - OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will advocate against proposals that AI developers obtain U.S. government approval before releasing new models to the public, according to a company statement on Wednesday, as part of a broader effort to shape regulation of the

AI Companies Increasingly Hire Philosophers to Enhance Ethical Reasoning

AI Companies Increasingly Hire Philosophers to Enhance Ethical Reasoning

AI Companies Increasingly Hire Philosophers to Enhance Ethical Reasoning

Anthropic Calls for Global AI Development Pause to Address Self-Improvement Risks

Anthropic Calls for Global AI Development Pause to Address Self-Improvement Risks

Anthropic Calls for Global AI Development Pause to Address Self-Improvement Risks

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks

President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence, less than two weeks after postponing a White House ceremony over his concerns that a similar policy could dull America’s edge on AI technology

Trump administration to ask US AI firms to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity tests

Trump administration to ask US AI firms to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity tests

By Courtney Rozen June 2 (Reuters) - The Trump administration will ask leading AI developers to voluntarily submit their most capable models for government cybersecurity tests before releasing them to the public, according to an executive order released on Tuesday, as security fears mount in

Trump's Executive Order Grants Government Early Access to AI Models for Security Assessment

Trump's Executive Order Grants Government Early Access to AI Models for Security Assessment

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that provides the government with an early look at new artificial intelligence models. This initiative aims to prepare the economy for potential security risks associated with these technologies. The order, which was initially delayed due to industry lobbying, reduces the government's preview period from 90 to 30 days. Participation by AI companies is voluntary, but major firms are expected to comply. The order follows the development of Anthropic's Mythos model, which has demonstrated capabilities in identifying security vulnerabilities.

Internal Strife in Trump Administration Over AI Regulation Executive Order

Internal Strife in Trump Administration Over AI Regulation Executive Order

The Trump administration is experiencing internal conflict over the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) following the abrupt cancellation of a planned executive order signing. The order, which was intended to establish a voluntary framework for AI labs to provide early access to AI models for cybersecurity evaluation, was halted by President Trump due to concerns about stifling domestic competition and maintaining the U.S. advantage over China. The administration is now reconsidering the order, with key officials divided on its provisions. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross are among those advocating for the order's revival, while former AI czar David Sacks opposes it, citing potential regulatory burdens.