AI lab Anthropic forced to pull models offline due to export control order

The US government has forced Anthropic to pull its two newest AI models offline due to a national security order, citing concerns over foreign nationals accessing the technology. The move was prompted by reports of Amazon researchers finding a way to bypass the models’ guardrails, which allegedly raised concerns with the White House. This has sparked debates about AI policy and digital sovereignty, with cybersecurity experts warning that the move could be ‘dangerous’ and potentially good publicity for Anthropic. Why it matters: This move highlights the growing tensions between the US government and tech companies over AI regulation and control, and could have broader implications for the industry.