French President Emmanuel Macron holds talks with Group of Seven (G7) leaders and technology executives to discuss how advanced artificial intelligence models can be deployed using “trusted partners,” according to Bloomberg reports. Speaking in Evian, Macron warns that cutting-edge AI capabilities could pose risks if they end up in the hands of authoritarian regimes. The discussions also focus on how to respond to restrictions affecting access to leading AI systems. One Bloomberg report says Macron seeks a way around a US policy blocking foreign nationals from accessing Anthropic’s AI models. In both accounts, the emphasis is on coordinating among major economies and industry stakeholders to ensure wider availability of advanced AI while applying safeguards. The approach being explored is framed around trusted or vetted partners, rather than unrestricted access. Macron’s position links security concerns with international cooperation among governments and the tech sector as the G7 examines practical pathways for deploying state-of-the-art AI systems amid national controls and geopolitical tensions.