Anthropic and Gov. Newsom forge deal allowing California government to use Claude at half price
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California government agencies can now access Anthropic's Claude AI at a discounted rate to improve efficiency and support state employees.Summary
Governor Gavin Newsom has partnered with Anthropic to provide California state and local government agencies access to the Claude AI chatbot at a significant discount. The agreement includes training and support, aiming to help employees draft documents and analyze data more effectively. This initiative aligns with Newsom's executive order to promote AI in government while prioritizing safety. Notably, this deal contrasts with the federal government's decision to bypass Anthropic over security concerns, though California officials stated that federal supply-chain risk designations did not impact their negotiations.
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