Pentagon inks deal with Google for AI services
The Pentagon has reached a deal with Google to use the company's Gemini AI systems on classified networks. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has made adopting AI a top priority for the armed forces.
The Pentagon and Google have agreed to a deal for the Defense Department to use Google's Gemini AI systems on classified networks. The exact contents and details of the contract remain unclear. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has prioritized adopting AI for the armed forces. Google spokesperson Kate Dreyer stated that the company is committed to providing AI services and infrastructure in support of national security. The deal follows similar agreements with other leading AI companies, including OpenAI and xAI. The Pentagon has sought to negotiate new contracts with America's four largest AI companies to include language allowing 'any lawful use' of their AI systems.
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