Federal Court Denies Anthropic’s Motion to Lift ‘Supply Chain Risk’ Label

New York Times
by Mike Isaac
April 9, 2026
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A federal court denied AI company Anthropic's request to remove its 'Supply Chain Risk' label.

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This ruling could hinder Anthropic's ability to contract with federal agencies, potentially affecting the development of national security technology.

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A federal court denied Anthropic’s motion to lift a ‘Supply Chain Risk’ label, marking a setback for the artificial intelligence start-up. This ruling impacts Anthropic's ongoing battle with the Defense Department regarding the use of A.I. in warfare. The denial means the ‘Supply Chain Risk’ designation remains in place, potentially hindering Anthropic's ability to contract with federal agencies. This decision reflects the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to regulate emerging technologies, particularly those with national security implications. The outcome could influence future interactions between AI developers and the U.S. government on defense applications.

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