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.

Amodei published Anthropic's formal position on open weights. He opposes bans but wants chip export controls, distillation crackdowns, and mandatory safety testing.

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