Matthew Berman

WTF is going on?!

Jun 13, 2026 16 min
anthropicai regulationregulatory capturefable 5ai ethics
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Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models were abruptly pulled due to US government export controls, which the creator interprets as a case of regulatory capture and a concerning trend in AI development.

In this video, the creator analyzes the abrupt suspension of access to Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, which were restricted for all non-US citizens following a US government directive. The video explores the timeline of these events, beginning with Anthropic's 'Project Glasswing' and their subsequent dealings with the Department of War, which ultimately led to the models being classified as a supply chain risk. The creator argues that these events demonstrate a dangerous trend of government interference and regulatory capture, where tech giants work proactively with agencies to restrict access under the guise of security, ultimately stifling competition. A key highlight includes reports that Amazon CEO Andy Jassy directly lobbied US officials about the potential security risks of these models, illustrating the complex, collusive relationship between big tech and state authorities. The video concludes that this pattern of preemptive government action, followed by negotiation, is a recurring strategy that will continue to reshape the landscape of AI accessibility.

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Worth watching if: If you are interested in the intersection of AI policy, corporate lobbying, and government regulatory oversight. This video provides a critical perspective on how major AI companies navigate state-level power dynamics.

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