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No US Stake in AI Firm Anthropic: Source
2 Jul
Summary
- Government has not discussed taking stakes in AI firm Anthropic.
- This follows a report about OpenAI discussing a government stake.
- AI firms face scrutiny over advanced model misuse.
The Trump administration has not engaged in discussions with AI company Anthropic about the possibility of the U.S. government acquiring a stake in the firm, according to a source close to the situation on Thursday, July 2, 2026. This statement addresses recent speculation fueled by a Financial Times report.
The earlier report indicated that OpenAI has been in discussions about granting the U.S. government a 5% ownership stake. These developments occur amid increasing examination by Washington officials concerning the potential misuse of advanced artificial intelligence models. There is also a focus on ensuring that the significant valuations within the AI industry translate into benefits for Americans.
Neither the White House nor the Commerce Department immediately responded to requests for comments on the matter.
