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US government blocks access to AI models developed by Anthropic

The Verge AI · Jun 15, 2026 · 1 min read · Read original article →

US government blocks access to AI models developed by Anthropic

The US government has ordered Anthropic to block access to its AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, due to concerns that they could be used in cyberattacks. The move comes after conversations between Amazon and the White House about researchers finding ways to exploit the models. Anthropic has complied with the order, but disagrees that the models should be recalled. The incident highlights the US government’s power over critical technologies and the need for other countries to lead in AI development.

💡 Key Takeaways

  1. The US government has ordered Anthropic to block access to its AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, due to concerns that they could be used in cyberattacks.
  2. The move comes after conversations between Amazon and the White House about researchers finding ways to exploit the models.
  3. Anthropic has complied with the order, but disagrees that the models should be recalled.
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