Anthropic and The Authoritarian Ethic
Summary
This long-form essay critiques Anthropic's role in Department of War negotiations, framing the dispute as a lens on rising authoritarianism in tech policy. It argues that while Anthropic has taken steps to guard safety and oppose mass surveillance, its government contracts reveal tensions between private ethics and national security demands. The piece also surveys OpenAI's stance and industry reactions, urging the AI industry to uphold safety standards even when facing powerful state interests.