APPEALS COURT UPHOLDS DOD BAN ON ANTHROPIC'S CLAUDE

The court found that Claude's integration with Department of Defense systems qualifies as "a statutorily covered national-security risk," according to the ruling detailed by CNBC's Ashley Capoot. The decision affirms the DOD's earlier decision to restrict or prohibit the use of Anthropic's AI assistant across military infrastructure. The appeals court's backing suggests the national security concerns—likely centered on data protection, foreign influence, or AI safety protocols—meet legal thresholds for the blacklisting. The ruling represents a significant setback for Anthropic's efforts to secure government contracts. It underscores broader tensions between rapid AI adoption in defense sectors and regulatory scrutiny over foreign-linked technology integration. Anthropiс, backed by Google and others, has not yet commented on the appeals court decision. The ruling may influence how other federal agencies approach partnerships with major AI developers.