Anthropic has introduced Claude Gov, a specialized version of its AI models built for use by U.S. defense and intelligence agencies. Announced at a time of increasing government interest in artificial intelligence, Claude Gov models are designed to support tasks like threat assessment and intelligence analysis. These models, which are already in use by top-level national security agencies, are configured to handle classified data more flexibly than consumer-facing versions. According to Anthropic, the models “refuse less when engaging with classified information” and offer improved understanding of defense-specific documents, context, and relevant languages. The company noted that while the Claude Gov models underwent the same rigorous safety testing as other Claude models, they include configurations tailored to national security requirements.
Claude Gov enters a growing market for government-focused AI products, following OpenAI’s launch of ChatGPT Gov earlier this year. While Anthropic did not disclose user numbers or detailed use cases, it confirmed participation in Palantir’s FedStart program for federal SaaS deployment. The company maintains a usage policy prohibiting the creation or facilitation of weapons or harmful systems but allows limited contractual exceptions for certain government entities.
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