Pentagon Taps OpenAI for National Security AI in $200M Pilot Program
The Pentagon has awarded OpenAI a contract worth up to $200 million to develop model AI systems. OpenAI’s work will be governed by ethical guidelines and center on cyber defense and administrative modernization. The deal is part of a growing shift where Silicon Valley firms are aligning more carefully with the U.S. government. In a major advancement for artificial intelligence and U.S. defense relations, OpenAI has signed a pilot arrangement with the Department of Defense (DoD) to explore how its innovative AI technology can be leveraged to support national security.
OpenAI Major Defense Deal with Pentagon
The deal, valued at up to $200 million, positions OpenAI to play a direct role in shaping the future of military and administrative AI applications. The Department of Defense confirmed the contract in its official agreements release, stating that OpenAI will “develop model frontier AI capabilities” to help address complex challenges across military and commercial domains. Prototype Development Targets Military
OpenAI disclosed that the new agreement is part of its “OpenAI for Government” initiative. OpenAI joins a growing list of AI firms like Anthropic and Palantir that are actively collaborating with U.S. defense and intelligence bodies.
