UK banks are still unable to access Anthropic's Mythos AI model, which is crucial for evaluating their systems against cyber threats. This situation persists six weeks after initial concerns were raised, according to Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey.
In an interview with Bloomberg TV, Bailey noted that while Anthropic is open to sharing its AI models on a trial basis, political obstacles seem to be hindering progress. He stated, "It hasn't happened yet and I think this has been somewhat caught up in the process with the U.S. administration."
Bailey expressed confusion over the differing processes for companies seeking access and emphasized the importance of this access given the associated risks. He remarked, "Quite why the process is a bit different from one company to another, I'm afraid I can't explain to you."
Anthropic has been in discussions with the U.S. administration regarding regulations on the military's use of its AI tools. Last month, Bailey suggested that Anthropic could significantly impact the landscape of cyber risk management.
Despite concerns about potential misuse of the AI model, some cybersecurity experts have indicated that fears of rampant hacking may be exaggerated. Meanwhile, the U.S. government has delayed a broader executive order on AI that was expected to establish a voluntary framework for AI developers.
Bailey, who also leads the Financial Stability Board, called for a global strategy to address hacking risks. He warned that cyber threats are interconnected and cannot be managed through isolated national approaches. "Anybody who thought, 'Well, I've dealt with my banks, that's okay,' I'm afraid that won't work, because they're all so heavily interconnected," he stated.
