OpenAI Lands $200M U.S. Defense Contract for National Security AI
OpenAI signs $200M DoD deal to build AI for national security, marking a new era in military-tech collaboration.
Summary:
OpenAI has secured a $200M deal with the U.S. Department of Defense to build frontier AI for national security use. The contract includes warfighting applications and administrative tools, signaling a pivotal shift in OpenAI’s stance on military partnerships.
Key Points:
- OpenAI will develop prototype AI systems for both warfighting and enterprise use under DoD oversight, due by July 2026.
- The project is part of the “OpenAI for Government” initiative, emphasizing ethical guidelines and cybersecurity.
- This follows OpenAI’s policy shift in 2024 allowing military applications, and recent strategic hires from the NSA and Pentagon.
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Jordan Novet
