Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell led discussions focused on potential vulnerabilities linked to Anthropic’s latest model.
The newly unveiled Mythos system has raised concerns over its ability to expose previously unknown security flaws, prompting precautionary measures.
Anthropic has limited access to the model, restricting it to a small group of major technology firms to mitigate potential risks.
The meeting aimed to ensure banks are strengthening defenses and preparing for next-generation cyber threats driven by rapid AI advancement.
Executives from leading U.S. banks, including Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, were reportedly in attendance during the Washington gathering.
Officials emphasized the importance of proactive risk management as financial institutions integrate increasingly sophisticated digital infrastructure.
The development highlights growing scrutiny around AI deployment, with regulators prioritizing system resilience and data protection across the banking sector.
