OpenAI and Anthropic Limit New AI Models to Trump-Approved Customers During Cybersecurity Review

Editor's note: A version of this article updated at 10:17 p.m. recasts the headline, summary and early paragraphs to incorporate Anthropic news.

June 26, 2026 (AP) – ChatGPT maker OpenAI said Friday it is restricting the release of its new artificial intelligence model at the request of President Donald Trump’s administration, the latest in an unprecedented government vetting of AI products for cybersecurity risks.

Its chief rival, Anthropic, announced hours later that the Trump administration has approved a limited release of its strongest cybersecurity model, two weeks after the U.S. Commerce Department effectively banned it.

Both companies said their newest models would be available to small groups of trusted partners. OpenAI said its new AI product, called GPT-5.6 Sol, would be accessible only to customers approved by the Trump administration.

Both companies said their newest models would be available to small groups of trusted partners. OpenAI said its new AI product, called GPT-5.6 Sol, would be accessible only to customers approved by the Trump administration.

Learn about America250 / Telecom150

                        Learn about America250 / Telecom150
                    

This post is for subscribers only

Become a member to get access to all content

Subscribe now