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Tech Workers Unite Against Pentagon's AI Surveillance Demands

2/28/2026

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266 Google and OpenAI staffers signed a petition in support of Anthropic's refusal to allow the Pentagon access to its artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
The petition "We Will Not Be Divided" urges Google and OpenAI to reject Defense Department demands for AI use in mass surveillance and autonomous weapons.
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, emphasized Anthropic's commitment to safeguarding its technology.
Experts warn Pentagon pressure could threaten private AI companies.

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266 Google and OpenAI staffers signed a petition in support of Anthropic's refusal to allow the Pentagon access to its artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
The petition "We Will Not Be Divided" urges Google and OpenAI to reject Defense Department demands for AI use in mass surveillance and autonomous weapons.
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, emphasized Anthropic's commitment to safeguarding its technology.
Experts warn Pentagon pressure could threaten private AI companies.