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Cert-In gets Mythos access, being careful with testing: Officials
Government agencies cannot download the AI’s source code or weights for running on their own, completely isolated or ‘air-gapped’ systems. Instead, to use Mythos, they must send their proprietary data, code, or network blueprints over the internet to Anthropic’s cloud servers.
Anthropic tells California governor courts should be able to block risky AI models
Anthropic itself has faced government restrictions on its AI systems. The Trump administration in June ordered Anthropic to immediately restrict foreign access to its cyber-capable Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models, citing national security concerns. The US Commerce Department later lifted the order.
Google’s Gemini 4 Argon takes on OpenAI, Anthropic with focus on coding, research and reasoning
Google has made its AI model Gemini 4 Argon available globally for developers and enterprises through API access. This launch follows its prior limited access for selected cybersecurity professionals, enhancing its competitive edge. OpenAI and Anthropic have also released advancements in AI models recently.
Anthropic warns government attitudes may hurt customer ties, IPO prospectus shows
Companies routinely warn that policy changes could affect their business, particularly government contractors. For example, SpaceX said in its IPO filing that maintaining strong relationships with US government agencies is critical to its business and warned that any deterioration in those relationships could materially harm its ability to retain existing business and win new opportunities.
Anthropic warns government attitudes may hurt customer ties, IPO prospectus shows
Anthropic, an AI company, cautions that government perceptions may jeopardize its business relationships and revenue. The firm has faced scrutiny regarding the risks of advanced AI technologies and their safety. Recent government actions have reportedly led to revenue losses and increased reputational harm for the company.
AI’s newest models compete on price, not just power
Over the past few months, Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, and Grok have rolled out a fresh wave of models, and nearly all of them come with the same pitch — that they are cost-effective. Where earlier launches were sold almost entirely on raw capability, this round puts cost in the centre, with companies promising lower prices per query and more efficient systems that do more for less.
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Google launches AI model Gemini 4 Argon: Here’s how it stacks up against GPT-6 Astra and Claude Fable 5.1
Google has unveiled Gemini 4 Argon, an advanced AI model tailored for coding and cybersecurity tasks. The model is currently available to select partners through the Fairwind Program for enhanced security measures. It has reportedly outperformed competitors in various benchmarks while demonstrating significant improvements in memory efficiency. Google intends to make Argon accessible at a competitive price point starting at $2 per million tokens.

Ultraviolette's fresh funding; Bira 91 revival plan
Ultraviolette has roped in Intel chief Lip-Bu Tan as an investor and advisor after a fresh capital raise. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

Anthropic unveils Claude Opus 5.5
The company said Opus 5.5 performs on par with its Claude Fable 5.1 model on most tasks while costing 40% less to run on typical workloads than its predecessor, Claude Opus 5.

Anthropic considers releasing new AI model ahead of IPO, sources say
Anthropic is considering rolling out a new AI model to counter OpenAI's momentum since its launch of GPT-6 Astra, according to three sources, ahead of an expected IPO and after its CEO called for an industrywide slowdown.

Employees have to get on the AI train and go where it takes them: KFintech CTO
KFintech embraces artificial intelligence across its operations and workforce. The company utilizes various large language models for different business functions. An in-house AI Gateway manages employee access to these advanced tools. Hiring now emphasises system design and security over basic coding skills. This strategic shift drives significant improvements in product development timelines.

As world debates risks of AI, China closes technology gap with US
The US has outpaced China and other countries for years in AI model capabilities, research, citations and other areas. But China has been rapidly catching up as an AI superpower even as US-led restrictions have blocked China from accessing some of the most advanced technologies, including the cutting-edge chips and the machines to make them.

Palantir, Nvidia curb AI model use over data fears: The Information
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei on Saturday called for AI companies to slow the pace of frontier model development, warning that capabilities are advancing faster than researchers can understand or control - a position quickly endorsed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Elon Musk.

Anthropic says it blocked misuse of its AI that could have supported biological weapons
"The cases we share here aren't typical misuse, but rather examples of the most notable and novel threat activity we've identified to date," Anthropic said in its third report since March 2025 describing AI misuse. The report includes snippets of the malicious code and AI prompts Anthropic said it found, and urges governments and AI competitors to identify and prevent similar abuse.

US, China gear up for mid-September AI safety talks
The talks, the first official bilateral discussions devoted exclusively to AI between the US and China since US President Donald Trump took office for a second time, will be led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on the US side, the sources, who were briefed on the planning, said on condition of anonymity.

US, China gear up for mid-September AI safety dialogue
The United States and China are set to engage in key talks about the safety implications of artificial intelligence. The discussions will focus on collaboration to monitor AI-driven cyberattacks and mitigate future risks. Additionally, they will consider the establishment of self-regulating AI laboratories and the sharing of relevant information.

ChatGPT 6 Astra released: Check cost, new features, token prices and comparison with Claude Fable 5.1
On September 3, 2026, OpenAI launched ChatGPT 6 Astra, heralding a groundbreaking leap in artificial intelligence. This innovative model boasts training on more than 100,000 GPUs, optimized for challenging AI operations. Astra excels in automating complex workflows, efficiently managing multi-step tasks across various tech environments. With features like superior coding, advanced document generation, and enhanced browsing, it significantly reduces the need for human oversight.

ChatGPT, Claude and Grok suffer simultaneous outages as GPT-6 Astra rumors intensify
On September 3rd, 2026, significant outages plagued major AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Grok, leaving many users unable to access their services. This interruption coincided with heightened discussions surrounding OpenAI's forthcoming AI model. The situation underscored the escalating reliance on artificial intelligence for diverse purposes, even as some services gradually resumed for select users during the initial turmoil.

New AI models, critical threshold, and a design debate: A busy day for AI industry
Anthropic launched two new models -- Claude Fable 5.1 and Claude Mythos 5.1 -- claiming top benchmark scores for coding and scientific research and cutting prices for typical workloads by around 25 per cent. Google also launched two new models, Gemini 3.8 Flash and Gemini 3.8 Flash Cyber, alongside agentic video capabilities and Google Pics, a new image creation and editing tool.
Anthropic unveils Claude Fable 5.1 and Mythos 5.1 for coding and knowledge work
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic announced the launch of Claude Fable 5.1 and Claude Mythos 5.1, describing them as the world's most advanced models for coding and knowledge work.

Explained: Why OpenAI and Anthropic are suddenly talking about privacy
Enterprise data privacy became the battleground for AI companies this week with OpenAI and Anthropic making moves this month that reverse or challenge their previous positions.

Anthropic plans to change enterprise data retention policy
Under the changes to the data retention policy, Anthropic will still require business customers to retain data for 30 days but will give them the option to keep it on their own cloud computing infrastructure, the source said.

Anthropic rolls out Opus 5 AI model in efficiency upgrade
The San Francisco-based lab said the new Claude AI model was well suited for daily office and computer programming tasks.

Anthropic includes Fable 5 for top-tier subscriptions after weeks of extensions
Under the new terms, Max and Team Premium subscribers will get Fable 5 built into their plans indefinitely, capped at 50% of their regular usage limits. Pro and Team Standard subscribers will not get the model included in their base plans, but will keep access through usage credits. The company is adding to that with a one-time $100 credit for affected users.

Anthropic extends Fable 5 access through July 19
In a post on X, the company said, "We're extending Claude Fable 5 access on all paid plans, as well as keeping Claude Code’s weekly rate limits 50% higher, through July 19."

Mythos and the fight over America's most powerful AI
After a US government greenlight, global access to Anthropic's powerful AI model Fable 5 -- along with restricted access to the even more powerful Mythos 5 -- has been restored, following a standoff that strained ties between Washington and Silicon Valley. - Just three days after Fable 5 launched, the government ordered Anthropic to cut off access to both Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for anyone who was not a US citizen, even Anthropic's own foreign employees.

US close to allowing Anthropic to restore Fable 5 model, Axios reports
Anthropic had abruptly disabled its most advanced AI models - Mythos 5 and Fable 5 - for all users after the government's June 12 export control order.

China access concerns could have triggered US restrictions on Anthropic's Mythos: Report
America has restricted access to Anthropic's advanced AI model, Mythos. This action stems from worries that a group linked to China might have obtained the powerful technology. The US government is treating frontier AI models as strategic assets. This development highlights the global race to control access to cutting-edge AI systems.

Fable 5: Anthropic's latest AI model could transform IT, but at a cost
Anthropic's Fable 5 AI model showcases advanced agentic coding, capable of autonomous complex task completion and outperforming benchmarks. While its power promises to transform IT operations, high compute costs and token consumption may hinder widespread adoption. Experts note its enterprise-grade nature, comparing it to a powerful but costly tool.
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