How a Contractor's AI Agent Got Into the Pentagon; Anthropic’s Doomer IPO; ICE at the Polls?
Uncanny Valley | WIREDShow Notes
This week, we have a scoop on how a defense contractor connected their Claude Code commercial account to a secure Department of Defense system, exposing sensitive information. We also discuss the green, yellow, and red flags we have in Anthropic’s IPO filing and explain why it’s a test not just for the entire AI industry but for the entire US economy. Plus — how volunteers nationwide are preparing for ICE agents potentially showing up at polling sites in the midterms.
Articles mentioned in this episode:
A Defense Contractor Gave Their Personal AI Agent Access to a Secure Pentagon System
The Anthropic S-1 Filing Is Also an AI Doomsday Primer
What’s Worth More Than Cash in San Francisco Real Estate? Anthropic Stock
Massive Groups of Volunteers Are Ready to Face Down ICE at the Polls
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