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OpenAI shares more details about its agreement with the Pentagon

OpenAI's Pentagon deal raises eyebrows

OpenAI has struck a controversial deal with the Pentagon for AI models in classified settings. CEO Sam Altman admitted the agreement was rushed, following Anthropic's failed negotiations and a directive from President Donald Trump to halt their tech usage.

This deal is significant as it may shape the future of AI in military applications. OpenAI claims to enforce strict safeguards against mass surveillance and autonomous weapons, but critics question the effectiveness of these measures amid rising scrutiny.

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