Google has signed a classified agreement with the US Department of Defense to provide AI models for government use. The deal allows deployment for lawful purposes, including sensitive operations. It comes despite employee opposition and echoes past protests over military projects as the Pentagon expands its use of advanced AI technologies.
Alphabet’s Google has signed a classified agreement with the US Department of Defense, allowing the Pentagon to use the company’s AI models for classified work. According to The Information, the deal permits the Pentagon to deploy Google’s AI for 'any lawful government purpose.'
This arrangement places Google alongside OpenAI and Elon Musk’s xAI, which have similar deals to supply AI models for sensitive government applications.
Employee Pushback
The agreement comes despite internal opposition from Google employees. Many workers have urged the company not to deepen its involvement with the Pentagon, particularly on military-related AI projects. The move revives memories of past controversies, such as Project Maven, which led to significant employee protests and Google’s decision to withdraw from certain defense contracts several years ago.
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