Anthropic CEO to Microsoft, Nvidia: We’re not seeking a ban on Chinese AI models

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei clarified his company’s position on open-weight AI models. He stated Anthropic never advocated for banning these models outright. Amodei emphasized focusing on chip access and industrial-scale distillation instead. Mandatory safety testing for all capable models is also supported. This approach balances innovation with crucial national security concerns.