Microsoft, Google, and xAI Partner with US Government for AI Model Assessment

Microsoft, Google, and xAI have entered an agreement with the US government to gain early access to new AI models before public release. This initiative aims to assess risks related to national security, as reported by Reuters. The agreement empowers the AI Standards and Innovation Center of the US Department of Commerce to evaluate models prior to their launch, highlighting the importance of public-private collaboration in AI. This partnership will also facilitate in-depth research on potential risks.