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Google signs deal with U.S. Department of Defense to provide AI models for classified work
Japan Times Tech · April 28, 2026
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- •Alphabet's Google has agreed with the U.S. Department of Defense to allow its AI models to be used for classified work, joining OpenAI and xAI in supplying AI for government use.
- •The agreement permits the Pentagon to use Google's AI for 'any lawful government purpose', including work on classified networks that handle sensitive tasks such as mission planning and weapons targeting.
- •The arrangement requires Google to adjust its AI safety settings and filters at the government's request, according to The Information.
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