Tech Policy

Core Summary The Trump administration has issued an export control directive to Anthropic, blocking all foreign governments, companies, and individuals from accessing its most advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, Axios reported exclusively on June 13. This marks the first time the U.S. government has imposed such strict export restrictions on specific commercial AI models, signaling a new phase in national security controls over artificial intelligence. Event Details Bloomberg confirmed that Anthropic received formal notification from the U.S. government requiring it to suspend access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for all foreign nationals. According to reports, the administration had previously tried to get Anthropic to pause releasing its latest models but was unsuccessful, prompting the shift to export controls. ...

Trump Considers Government Stake in Top AI Companies, Sparking Market and Policy Upheaval President Trump has announced he is considering government equity stakes in leading artificial intelligence companies, with the White House planning to meet with AI industry leaders as soon as next week to discuss investment and profit-sharing arrangements. The proposal represents a significant shift in the US government’s approach to the AI sector, moving from a regulatory role to potential direct participation in one of the world’s most valuable industries. ...

The Trump administration is exploring a federal safety review mechanism that would evaluate AI models before public release

The White House is reportedly considering a framework to vet AI models for safety before they are released to the public, marking a potential significant shift in U.S. AI governance.

The New York Times reveals details from Google’s closed-door meeting with the White House on AI governance, covering safety standards, regulatory frameworks, and government collaboration.