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The Pentagon has given Anthropic until Friday evening to decide whether it will loosen its company policy regarding the military's use of its Claude AI model, or be deemed a 'supply chain risk.' This decision comes amid a brewing conflict between the Pentagon and the tech company over the firm's policy against the potential for Claude to be used as a tool of mass surveillance or in autonomous lethal weapon systems. Breaking Defense reports that the public missive is the latest in a days-long dispute, with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei reportedly meeting with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth this week in an attempt to iron out the issues.

Amazon's latest-generation MK30 delivery drone has become entangled in an overhead internet cable in Waco, Texas, prompting a federal FAA investigation. The incident marks the third significant accident involving the hexacopter design in two months, raising fresh concerns about the aircraft's detect-and-avoid technology.

Copa Airlines has announced plans to roll out internet connectivity across its entire fleet, starting in October 2026. This follows recent announcements from Avianca and LATAM Airlines, as well as United Airlines' existing service on its fleet.

American Airlines is exploring the use of Amazon's low-Earth-orbit satellite network for in-flight Wi-Fi. The airline has long relied on traditional satellite providers but may be looking to upgrade its connectivity strategy amid growing competition from new entrants like Starlink.

Amazon Prime Air experienced another drone crash in Richardson, Texas, where no injuries were reported but minor damage occurred at the building. This incident follows recent mishaps involving Amazon's MK30 delivery drones in Waco and Tolleson.