The White House is dictating access to frontier AI models, shifting power from tech giants, sources say

The Trump administration is increasingly influencing the rollout of powerful AI models by directing which entities gain access to them, a role previously held by firms like OpenAI and Anthropic. Through initiatives like the "Gold Eagle" program and recent interventions in model releases, the government aims to address national security concerns and cyber vulnerabilities. While White House officials characterize government engagement as voluntary, reports suggest that private companies are facing mounting pressure to obtain explicit government approval for their partner networks, potentially altering the landscape of AI development and deployment.

(Source：CNBC)