SK Telecom's AI Access Revoked Amid China Ties Allegations

South Korean telecom giant SK Telecom had its access to Anthropic's advanced AI models, specifically Claude Mythos, revoked following a White House directive. The order came just days before Anthropic took its most sophisticated AI systems offline. Allegations suggest potential ties between SK Telecom and China were the basis for this decision. This incident highlights the geopolitical sensitivities surrounding advanced AI technology and its international distribution.