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Anthropic signs a $200mm deal with the Department of Defense

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), through its Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), has awarded Anthropic a two-year prototype other transaction agreement with a $200 million ceiling. As part of the agreement, Anthropic will prototype frontier AI capabilities that advance U.S. national security.

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), through its Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), has awarded Anthropic a two-year prototype other transaction agreement with a $200 million ceiling. We're building AI systems to be reliable, interpretable, and steerable precisely because we recognize that in government contexts, where decisions affect millions and stakes couldn't be higher, these qualities are essential. Our commitment to responsible AI deployment, including rigorous safety testing, collaborative governance development, and strict usage policies, makes Claude uniquely suited for sensitive national security applications.

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