Amodei argues national security concerns around AI are better addressed through chip export controls and safety testing than a blanket open-weights ban.

Anthropic is facing criticism from across Silicon Valley for failing to sign an open letter defending open-weight AI models.

The statement follows criticism over Anthropic’s absence from an industry letter opposing open-weight AI limits. Anthropic CEO outlined his support for lower-risk models alongside…

Dario Amodei of Anthropic opposes a ban on open models, advocating instead for mandatory safety testing amid rising AI competition.