OpenAI goes on defense as Anthropic surges after Pentagon fallout
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By Miranda Nazzaro
Published on March 3, 2026.
OpenAI is under fire for its new deal with the Pentagon, which was announced shortly after the agency's negotiations with competitor Anthropic over safety guardrails fell apart. The response was immediate, with uninstalls of OpenAI's ChatGPT app increasing by 295% day-over-day. Meanwhile, Anthropic’s Claude app hit No. 1 in the App Store as a sign of support. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shared an internal post to X detailing new additions to Pentagon agreements to clarify the company's principles. The amended agreement includes language that is consistent with applicable laws, including a declaration that the AI system will not be intentionally used for domestic surveillance of U.S. persons and nationals. However, it is unclear whether this admission will restore trust to the public. The spat has attracted attention from lawmakers on Capitol Hill and could lead to a legislative debate.
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