AI weaponization fears push for tighter AI access, says Anthropic

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Anthropic reports attempts to use Claude for biological-weapon development and military research, including a May case seeking mutations to chikungunya; older models couldn't meaningfully assist dangerous biology, but newer models can perform complex scientific tasks, prompting calls for tighter access and vetting of trusted researchers.
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- Anthropic Says It Blocked Possible Efforts to Build Biological Weapons The New York Times
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- Anthropic says it foiled Yemini effort to use its AI chatbot to develop guided missiles The Times of Israel
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