Trump's AI Order: Early Access for National Security

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to get early government access to advanced AI models. This aims to assess cybersecurity risks and protect critical infrastructure. The order asks AI companies to voluntarily share new models with advanced cyber capabilities up to 30 days before others. This comes as models like Anthropic’s Mythos have raised security concerns. An earlier draft had a 90-day review period, but AI companies preferred a shorter one due to rapid development. A White House spokesperson said the order balances innovation and security, cementing America's global dominance in AI and cybersecurity. It also calls for national security agencies to improve their cybersecurity defense. The order specifically states it does not authorize mandatory licensing or preclearance. Major AI companies, including Anthropic and OpenAI, engaged with the White House on developing this order. This matters because it outlines a new approach to managing the security of rapidly evolving artificial intelligence.