# Google Gemini 3.8 Flash Cyber, DOJ Backs OpenAI, and Pentagon Deploys ChatGPT and Grok

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Published: 2026-09-03T09:17:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, we cover Google's new Gemini 3.8 Flash and its restricted Gemini 3.8 Flash Cyber model, the U.S. Department of Justice formally backing OpenAI in the New York Times copyright lawsuit, and the Pentagon rolling out custom versions of ChatGPT and Grok to millions of users. We explore how Google is gating its powerful vulnerability-discovery model through its new Fairwind vetting program, why the DOJ argues AI training on copyrighted text is transformative fair use, and how OpenAI, xAI, and Google are now competing inside the Defense Department's GenAI.mil platform. We also discuss Anthropic's notable absence from the rollout and what it reveals about AI guardrails, national security, and the future of agentic AI. https://www.aiconvocast.com Help support the podcast by using our affiliate links: Eleven Labs: https://try.elevenlabs.io/ibl30sgkibkv Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent production and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Google, OpenAI, xAI, Anthropic, The New York Times, the U.S. Department of Justice, the Department of Defense, or any other entities mentioned unless explicitly mentioned. The content provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional, financial, or legal advice. This episode may contain affiliate links, and we may earn a commission if you make a purchase through them. All trademarks, logos, and copyrights mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

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