On June 16, 2026, the Trump administration enacted export controls on Anthropic's latest AI model, known as Fable, citing security concerns. This decision comes shortly after the release of a manifesto by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, who advocated for strict regulations on AI technologies due to their potential dangers.
The White House's action prohibits Anthropic from sharing Fable with foreign nationals, including its own employees outside the United States. This model, which outperformed its predecessors on conventional AI benchmarks, was initially provided to select organizations for cybersecurity preparations. However, the administration found the safety measures implemented by Anthropic inadequate.
Fable, designed with strict safety protocols to avoid queries related to cybersecurity and biology, was launched to address concerns about misuse. Despite its impressive capabilities, the model's future remains uncertain as it is now restricted from wider distribution.