OpenAI just landed a $200 million deal with the US Department of Defense to build cutting-edge AI prototypes for military use.
Think AI not just for combat, but for everything from better cybersecurity to helping soldiers navigate the health care system.
It’s OpenAI’s first big government partnership—and it’s a bold one.
The company insists all projects will follow their strict usage guidelines.
Expected Gains And Advantages
They will steer clear of anything that clashes with their stated mission of using AI for good.
“We build AI to benefit as many people as possible,” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said.
He added that they support efforts to keep the tech aligned with democratic values.
It’s not just OpenAI in the mix. Big Tech’s relationship with the military is growing.
Meta’s circling, and Palantir—founded by billionaire Peter Thiel—is already deep in defense work.
OpenAI is also partnering with Anduril Industries to defend against drone threats.
So, is this the future of AI—fighting wars and filing paperwork?
Either way, Silicon Valley’s once anti-establishment stance is starting to look a lot more Pentagon-friendly.
