Pentagon eyes AI firm after fresh talks on tech use

A major tech company is back in the Pentagon’s good books after high-level meetings in Washington. Earlier this year, government officials cut ties, calling the firm a security risk. Now, talks about letting the military use its artificial intelligence tools are heating up again. What changed? The company’s leaders recently visited the White House for discussions described as useful. The CEO even sat down with officials to talk about shared goals like cybersecurity and keeping the U. S. ahead in AI. But a court battle is still ongoing over the government’s earlier ban.

Some insiders worry about the risks of letting an AI lab work with the military. Their latest model is so powerful it can spot weak spots in security systems—or even find ways to break them. For now, the company isn’t selling this tool to the public. Instead, it’s letting a small group test it behind closed doors. Politicians seem torn. Some want faster access to cutting-edge AI, while others push for stricter controls. Even if the talks go well, any deal will need strict checks before it’s approved. The White House isn’t rushing—it wants to make sure security comes first.

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