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May 04, 2026
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Google signs a classified deal allowing Pentagon use of its AI models for ‘any lawful’ purpose

A report says the agreement expands DoD access to Google’s models, amid employee concerns about military AI uses.

Google signs a classified deal allowing Pentagon use of its AI models for ‘any lawful’ purpose
Photo: Source: The Verge

Google has signed a classified agreement that allows the US Department of Defense to use its AI models for ‘any lawful government purpose,’ according to reporting cited by The Verge. The news follows internal employee calls for Google leadership to block Pentagon access to Google AI systems over concerns about harmful applications.

If confirmed, the deal would align Google with other major AI labs that have pursued government agreements for AI model access.

Read the original reporting at The Verge.