Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | (Washington Post illustration; Carolyn Van Houten/The Washington Post; Jonathan Raa/NurPhoto/Getty Images; Alex Brandon/AP/TWP) | | | | | | | What to know A standoff between AI firm Anthropic and the Pentagon over the use of AI in autonomous weapons and surveillance has intensified. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei opposes using AI for lethal purposes, while the Pentagon insists on its use for all lawful purposes. The dispute could impact the AI industry's relationship with the U.S. military, with potential consequences for Anthropic's future defense work. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. What are your thoughts on the ethical implications of using AI in military operations, especially in life-or-death scenarios like nuclear strikes? | | | | Analysis Dan Merica and Matthew Choi | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |