Anthropic suspends access to Fable 5, Mythos 5, citing US directive

Anthropic suspended access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models on March 15, 2024, following a directive from the U.S. government. The company stated in a blog post that the directive cited national security concerns as the reason for the suspension. Anthropic emphasized its commitment to cooperating with government requests and ensuring the responsible development and deployment of its AI technologies. The suspension affects users globally who were accessing these advanced models. The specific nature of the national security concerns was not detailed in the announcement. This action marks a significant development in the intersection of AI development and national security policy, highlighting potential government oversight on powerful AI systems. Anthropic has not provided a timeline for when access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 might be restored, nor has it indicated if alternative models will be made available in the interim. The company's statement reiterated its dedication to safety and ethical AI practices, aligning with the government's stated objectives.