The Commerce Department lifted restrictions on Anthropic’s AI models, allowing the company to resume using its most powerful technologies. This decision aims to ease tensions with the Trump administration.
On Tuesday, a letter from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed that Anthropic no longer requires an export or in-country transfer license for its Claude Mythos and Claude Fable AI models. This reverses restrictions imposed on June 12.
In the letter, Lutnick noted that Anthropic coordinated with the U.S. government to address risks associated with the Claude Mythos 5 and Claude Fable 5 models. The removal of these restrictions helps resolve ongoing conflicts between Anthropic and the federal government, allowing the company to resume normal operations.
The initial controls raised concerns about the Trump administration’s approach to the AI industry. These restrictions might have hindered technology development at Anthropic, recognized as one of the most influential AI companies globally, alongside OpenAI. The Mythos and Fable models are essential in identifying software security flaws, marking a significant advance over previous AI models.
This isn’t the first time Anthropic has faced challenges from the Trump administration. Earlier in March, the Pentagon labeled the company a supply chain risk following discussions on the military use of AI. This designation could limit Anthropic’s interactions with federal agencies. As a response, Anthropic has taken legal action against the government.
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