United Kingdom, May 6 -- Google, Microsoft and xAI have allowed US government test new artificial intelligence (AI) tools before they are released to the public.

The technology firms will voluntarily submit their latest AI models to the US Department of Commerce's Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) for evaluation amid growing concerns around safety and national security.

The expanded agreements build on earlier arrangements made during the Joe Biden administration with companies including OpenAI and Anthropic, and will focus on testing AI capabilities, security risks and industry best practices.

According to BBC News, CAISI director Chris Fall said the collaborations would help the agency "scale our work in the public inter...