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Anthropic co-founder Tom Brown helped ease export curbs on latest AI models

Anthropic co-founder Tom Brown (Tom Brown) is reported to have stepped forward during tensions with the White House and helped secure looser export restrictions on the company’s latest AI models. Business Insider reported he negotiated with the U.S. Commerce Department over export controls on Anthropic’s flagship models, Phaible5 and Mythos5. The episode highlights Brown’s expanded role beyond research and infrastructure into government relations, alongside public policy chief Sarah Heck.

Telecommunications & Media

SpaceX offers half-price Starlink in Memphis amid backlash over xAI data centre

SpaceX will offer Starlink internet at half price to residents around Memphis, Tennessee. The company is waiving new equipment costs and offering discounted plans to subscribers near its Colossus data centre, which supports affiliate xAI. The move comes as local opposition persists over the facility’s electricity and water use. xAI faces a lawsuit alleging Clean Air Act violations involving methane gas turbines used to power the centre.

Industry

GE Vernova gas turbines sold out through 2029 amid surging AI power demand

Surging power demand from the expansion of AI data centres is boosting the U.S. power-generation equipment market. GE Vernova, one of the world’s largest gas turbine makers, says orders for large gas turbines are effectively filled through 2029. Major hyperscalers are expanding adoption of industrial turbines to secure reliable electricity as grid connections face delays. GE Vernova is increasing production capacity and hiring in South Carolina.