Anthropic and White House Hold Talks

The discussion marked a potential thaw in relations after a heated dispute between the Pentagon and Anthropic over the government's access to its advanced technology.

Officials believe the Mythos model could be critical for cybersecurity and defense, while the company has expressed caution regarding safety and broad government demands.

The White House described the introductory meeting as 'productive and constructive,' focusing on opportunities for collaboration.

The dialogue comes as AI leaders continue to debate the risks of selling high-end chips to geopolitical rivals like China.