Google reportedly signs classified AI deal with US Pentagon
Google has reportedly signed a classified artificial intelligence agreement with the US Pentagon, allowing the military to use Google's AI models for any lawful government purpose, including on secure networks. The deal aligns Google with other major AI firms like OpenAI and Anthropic, despite internal employee concerns about ethical use. Google stated it supports national security efforts while maintaining commitments to prevent use in domestic mass surveillance or autonomous weapons without human oversight. The agreement does not give Google control over how the Pentagon uses its AI in operations.
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A Google logo is displayed outside an office building on 12 December 2025 in San Diego, California. Photograph: Kevin Carter/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenA Google logo is displayed outside an office building on 12 December 2025 in San Diego, California. Photograph: Kevin Carter/Getty ImagesGoogleGoogle reportedly signs classified AI deal with US PentagonTech company is latest Silicon Valley firm to sign agreement with US military despite widespread employee oppositionSanya Mansoor and agenciesTue 28 Apr 2026 12.57 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 13.46 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleGoogle has reportedly signed a deal with the US Pentagon to use its artificial intelligence models for classified work.
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