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What's happening at Claude

Anthropic builds Claude. There are three model families: Opus, Sonnet and Haiku. Around them sit Claude Code, a coding tool that works from the terminal and the editor, the Claude apps for web, desktop and mobile, and the API for developers. Anthropic also published MCP, an open protocol for connecting models to tools and data sources.

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New models

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  1. Model
    Illustration: Anthropic: Claude Fable 5.2 and Mythos 5.2 are 30% faster

    Anthropic: Claude Fable 5.2 and Mythos 5.2 are 30% faster

    Original title: Introducing Claude Fable 5.2 and Claude Mythos 5.2

    What it is
    Anthropic released Claude Fable 5.2 and Claude Mythos 5.2, which are upgraded models designed for difficult technical tasks. They are up to 30% faster than the previous version, cost less, and have improved coding, reasoning, and vision capabilities.
    How it works
    Both models share the same underlying technology. Claude Fable 5.2 includes safety guardrails for cybersecurity and biology, while Claude Mythos 5.2 is tailored for approved organizations doing research in those fields.
    Where it is available
    Claude Fable 5.2 is available to all users. Claude Mythos 5.2 is accessible to organizations that apply through specific verification programs.
    Example
    A team used the model to migrate a critical software service from Python to Rust, which made the service start 26 times faster.
  2. Model
    Illustration: Anthropic launches Claude Haiku 5.5, its cheapest model

    Anthropic launches Claude Haiku 5.5, its cheapest model

    Original title: Introducing Claude Haiku 5.5

    What it is
    Anthropic released Claude Haiku 5.5, which is their fastest and cheapest small AI model. They also reduced the price of cache reads for Claude Sonnet 5.5 and introduced monthly API credits for Max and Team subscribers.
    How it works
    The model is designed for fast, repetitive, and high-volume tasks. It includes an adjustable effort setting that lets users choose whether to prioritize lower costs or higher intelligence.
    Where it is available
    It is available on the Claude Platform.
    Example
    Businesses can use it for tasks like summarizing documents, database queries, or live customer support.
  3. Model
    Illustration: Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5.5 is 30% faster and cheaper

    Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5.5 is 30% faster and cheaper

    Original title: Introducing Claude Sonnet 5.5

    What it is
    Anthropic released Claude Sonnet 5.5, a new AI model in the Claude 5.5 family. It is an upgrade that runs over 30% faster and costs up to 30% less per task than Claude Sonnet 5.
    How it works
    The model is designed for everyday tasks, fixing bugs, and creating documents, slides, and spreadsheets. It writes more clearly and requires fewer tokens to complete the same work compared to the previous version.
    Where it is available
    The model is available in Claude apps and on the Claude Platform.
    Example
    Epic Games used the model to perform a system design audit and a data flow review.

Tools and products

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  1. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Claude Code gets fast mode on Vertex

    Claude Code gets fast mode on Vertex

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.322

    What it is
    A fast mode has been added for Claude Code on Vertex.
    How it works
    The system automatically switches back to standard speed if Vertex refuses the fast mode.
    Where it is available
    This feature is available in the global, us, and eu regions.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  2. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic adds Claude Fable 5.2 to Claude Code

    Anthropic adds Claude Fable 5.2 to Claude Code

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.321

    What it is
    Anthropic released a new version of Claude Code, which is version 2.1.321. This update adds a new default model called Claude Fable 5.2 and introduces a settings file option for remote control.
    How it works
    The new Claude Fable 5.2 model has a context window of 1 million tokens. Users can also use a command to apply a specific settings file to every remote session.
    Where it is available
    These updates are available in Claude Code version 2.1.321, specifically affecting the default Fable model and the claude remote-control tool.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  3. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic updates Claude Code and adds cost tracking

    Anthropic updates Claude Code and adds cost tracking

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.319

    What it is
    Anthropic released Claude Code version 2.1.319. This update changes how the tool's automatic mode behaves when telemetry is turned off or when it is used behind certain gateways. It also adds new settings for managing permissions and tracking usage costs.
    How it works
    When the server cannot verify a call in automatic mode, the system will now ask the user for permission or deny the call. Users can change this behavior by adjusting environment variables or settings in their configuration.
    Where it is available
    These changes apply to the Claude Code command line tool and the Claude apps gateway. The automatic mode changes do not affect Bedrock, Vertex, or Foundry.
    Example
    A developer can use the new /usage command to view their spending for today, this week, and this month.
  4. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Claude Code update adds AWS cost attribution

    Claude Code update adds AWS cost attribution

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.318

    What it is
    A new update for Claude Code, version v2.1.318, has been released with bug fixes and small usability improvements.
    How it works
    The tool now remembers your choices when asking to enable modifications it writes, and displays warnings before your login session expires.
    Where it is available
    This update is available for Claude Code users across different environments, including macOS, cloud sessions, and remote setups.
    Example
    The system will display a one-line warning ten days before your stored claude.ai login session is set to expire.
  5. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic adds security warnings to Claude Code

    Anthropic adds security warnings to Claude Code

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.317

    What it is
    Anthropic released a new update for Claude Code with new security warnings, cost reports for administrators, and bug fixes. The update improves user control over data sent to the network and scheduled tasks.
    How it works
    The system now displays a warning when a new cloud scheduled task gets unexpected connectors and explains how to remove them. It also asks for permission before web or shell tools send your account email address to the network.
    Where it is available
    The changes are available in Claude Code version v2.1.317, affecting Claude Desktop, the Claude apps gateway admin API, the VSCode extension, and cloud sessions.
    Example
    Administrators can use the new API endpoint to read past spend in total, per developer, per day, or per identity provider group.
  6. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic adds shared group budgets to Claude Code

    Anthropic adds shared group budgets to Claude Code

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.316

    What it is
    Anthropic released an update to Claude Code, version 2.1.316, which introduces shared group budgets, new settings, and various bug fixes. It also deprecates the fast mode for the Opus 4.8 model.
    How it works
    Group administrators can set a shared monthly budget for members using the spend limits admin API. Users can also disable the ultrathink keyword using a new environment variable.
    Where it is available
    The updates apply to Claude Code, the Claude apps gateway, VSCode integration, cloud sessions, and Claude Tag in Slack.
    Example
    A team can share a single monthly budget on the Claude apps gateway on top of each member's individual limit.
  7. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic updates Claude Code with new security settings

    Anthropic updates Claude Code with new security settings

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.314

    What it is
    Anthropic released an update for Claude Code, version 2.1.314, which includes new security settings, automatic conversation summarizing, and many bug fixes.
    How it works
    The update adds a setting to block file changes outside your working folders. It also automatically summarizes very long, inactive conversations to save memory.
    Where it is available
    This update applies to Claude Code, Claude Desktop, and the VS Code extension.
    Example
    If you leave a conversation with over 200,000 tokens idle in VS Code, the system will summarize it for your next message.
  8. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Claude Code adds Microsoft Entra ID support

    Claude Code adds Microsoft Entra ID support

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.312

    What it is
    A new update has been released for Claude Code and Claude apps. The update includes various bug fixes, user interface improvements, and changes to how settings and sessions are managed.
    How it works
    The update improves the user interface by adding a click-to-send option for queued messages in fullscreen mode. It also fixes issues with file handling, such as preventing Claude from overwriting large files, and updates the wording of usage limits.
    Where it is available
    The changes apply to Claude Code, the Claude apps gateway, the VS Code extension, cloud sessions, and integrations like Slack.
    Example
    When using fullscreen mode, a user can click the hint under a queued message to send it immediately.
  9. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic fixes Claude Code startup freezes

    Anthropic fixes Claude Code startup freezes

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.311

    What it is
    Anthropic released version 2.1.311 of the Claude Code development tool, which includes various bug fixes and improvements.
    How it works
    The update automatically shrinks long conversations to prevent work interruptions and fixes issues where the tool would freeze. It also adds syntax coloring to code blocks in VS Code to make them easier to read.
    Where it is available
    The changes are available in the new version of Claude Code, including its integrations with VS Code and self-hosted setups.
    Example
    If your conversation with the tool becomes very long and exceeds the memory limit, the system will automatically compress the chat history so you can continue working.
  10. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic adds monitoring tools to Claude Code

    Anthropic adds monitoring tools to Claude Code

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.310

    What it is
    Anthropic released an update for Claude Code, version 2.1.310, which includes new monitoring tools, security controls, and various bug fixes.
    How it works
    The update adds the Monitor tool on selected platforms and allows administrators to manage access permissions. It also automatically retries failed connections and improves how files and memory are managed.
    Where it is available
    The changes apply to Claude Code, including its integrations with VSCode, cloud sessions, and platforms like Bedrock, Vertex, and Foundry.
    Example
    An administrator can use Enterprise custom roles to control which users have access to cloud sessions and Remote Control permissions.
  11. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic updates Claude Code to version 2.1.309

    Anthropic updates Claude Code to version 2.1.309

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.309

    What it is
    Anthropic released version 2.1.309 of Claude Code. This update includes many bug fixes, performance improvements, and usability updates across different platforms and integrations.
    How it works
    The update automatically resolves issues with file permissions, command-line behaviors, and integrations with other tools. Users get faster performance and fewer errors when running commands or editing files.
    Where it is available
    The update applies to Claude Code on macOS, Linux, and Windows, as well as its integrations in VS Code, Slack, and cloud sessions.
    Example
    For example, it fixes an issue where Claude in Slack would mistakenly post an approved draft into a direct message instead of the designated channel.
  12. Tool
    Illustration: Anthropic donates Agent Skills to Agentic AI Foundation

    Anthropic donates Agent Skills to Agentic AI Foundation

    Original title: Donating Agent Skills to the Agentic AI Foundation

    What it is
    Anthropic is donating Agent Skills, an open standard that gives AI agents specialized knowledge and workflows, to the Agentic AI Foundation. This move aims to keep the standard open, community-driven, and vendor-neutral.
    How it works
    A skill is a folder containing a SKILL.md file that teaches an AI agent a specific task or domain, along with any necessary scripts or reference materials.
    Where it is available
    The standard is integrated into more than 70 agent platforms, including ChatGPT, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and VS Code.
    Example
    A business can use it to give an AI agent the specific procedural knowledge needed to complete real business tasks.
  13. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic updates Claude Code with bug fixes

    Anthropic updates Claude Code with bug fixes

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.308

    What it is
    Version 2.1.308 of Claude Code has been released. This update includes bug fixes and improvements to the reliability of the tool.
    How it works
    Not stated in the source.
    Where it is available
    This update applies to the Claude Code tool.
    Example
    Not stated in the source.
  14. ToolClaude Code
    Illustration: Anthropic updates Claude Code with a new API

    Anthropic updates Claude Code with a new API

    Original title: Claude Code 2.1.307

    What it is
    Anthropic released an update to Claude Code, version 2.1.307, which includes bug fixes and performance improvements. The update transitions the Claude API code to a newer version and improves how the tool handles errors and connections.
    How it works
    The tool now automatically retries failed tool calls up to two times before stopping. It also improves the sign-in process and fixes issues with background tasks, file loading, and voice dictation.
    Where it is available
    This update applies to Claude Code, including its VSCode extension, cloud sessions, and self-hosted runners.
    Example
    A user can stop an active automatic code review subscription on a pull request by typing @claude review stop.

Behind the scenes: company and research

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  1. Company

    Anthropic launches IPO roadshow, shares at $70 to $78

    Original title: Anthropic launches roadshow for proposed initial public offering

    What it is
    Anthropic has launched a roadshow for its proposed initial public offering of Class A common stock. The company plans to sell shares to the public, with an expected price between $70.00 and $78.00 per share.
    How it works
    The offering consists of 825,000,000 shares, with most offered by Anthropic and some by existing stockholders. People can obtain a copy of the preliminary prospectus from Goldman Sachs or Morgan Stanley.
    Where it is available
    Anthropic has applied to list its stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol ANT.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  2. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic gives 20 research groups free Claude credits

    Anthropic gives 20 research groups free Claude credits

    Original title: AI for Science expands to foundations and research institutions

    What it is
    Anthropic is expanding its AI for Science program by partnering with 20 scientific foundations, institutions, and research groups globally. The program provides free Claude credits to researchers working on high-impact scientific projects.
    How it works
    Researchers receive free Claude credits to help them generate hypotheses, design experiments, analyze complex data, and communicate their findings.
    Where it is available
    The program is available to the selected partner institutions, foundations, and research groups worldwide.
    Example
    The Allen Institute uses these resources to build teams of AI agents that analyze large datasets, turning months of manual analysis into just a few hours.
  3. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic launches Claude Science for drug development

    Anthropic launches Claude Science for drug development

    Original title: Early progress on accelerating drug development with Claude

    What it is
    Anthropic announced progress in using Claude to speed up drug development through partnerships with six healthcare organizations and its own research projects. The company also launched Claude Science, an AI workbench for researchers, and a program to provide credits for scientists.
    How it works
    Claude helps with tasks across the entire drug development process, such as designing molecules, analyzing lab data, drafting regulatory paperwork, and organizing logistics. It can automate administrative tasks and analyze large volumes of scientific documents to find errors.
    Where it is available
    These tools and programs are available for life science researchers and biotechnology organizations, specifically through Claude Science and the Life Sciences Verification Program.
    Example
    Enveda used Claude to review manufacturing documents, and the model found all 11 errors previously identified by humans plus 7 errors that humans had missed.
  4. Company
    Illustration: Anthropic offers government 40% discount on Claude

    Anthropic offers government 40% discount on Claude

    Original title: Expanding our partnership with GSA to bring Claude to all levels of government

    What it is
    Anthropic is expanding its partnership with the General Services Administration to offer a 40% discount on Claude products for government organizations. This includes Claude Enterprise, Claude for Government, and the Claude API.
    How it works
    Government agencies can buy these products directly today or through cloud providers in the coming months. There is no minimum spending requirement, and agencies only pay for the usage they consume.
    Where it is available
    The discount applies to US federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government organizations. It is available today through the GSA Multiple Award Schedule.
    Example
    A state government team used Claude to respond to a ransomware attack in 8 minutes, which usually takes them 2 to 3 days.
  5. Company
    Illustration: Anthropic files S-1 for IPO

    Anthropic files S-1 for IPO

    Original title: Anthropic files S-1 with the SEC for proposed initial public offering

    What it is
    Anthropic has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the SEC for a proposed initial public offering of its Class A common stock.
    How it works
    The company plans to list its Class A common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol ANT. The number of shares and the price range for the offering have not yet been decided.
    Where it is available
    The listing is planned for the Nasdaq Global Select Market.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  6. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic invites life scientists to use Claude

    Anthropic invites life scientists to use Claude

    Original title: Open call for guest investigators in the life sciences

    What it is
    Anthropic has launched an open call for guest investigators in the life sciences to work on special projects. Selected researchers will collaborate with Anthropic to use Claude for scientific investigations.
    How it works
    Research groups can submit a project proposal. Selected investigators will work with Anthropic researchers for 8 to 12 weeks, and Anthropic will run its models at no cost to them.
    Where it is available
    This program is open to principal investigators and research groups at academic institutions, nonprofits, or government labs.
    Example
    A project could focus on investigating key questions in drug discovery or clinical science.
  7. Company
    Illustration: Former Harvard science dean joins Anthropic trust

    Former Harvard science dean joins Anthropic trust

    Original title: Physicist Christopher Stubbs joins Anthropic's Long-Term Benefit Trust

    What it is
    Dr. Christopher Stubbs, an experimental physicist and former Harvard Dean of Science, has joined Anthropic's Long-Term Benefit Trust.
    How it works
    He will use his scientific and advisory background to help the Trust guide Anthropic. The Trust advises Anthropic's leadership on critical decisions and has the authority to appoint a majority of its board.
    Where it is available
    This applies to Anthropic's Long-Term Benefit Trust, which oversees the company's public benefit mission.
    Example
    Stubbs and other trustees advise the board on critical decisions, particularly those involving the risks and societal impacts of AI.
  8. Company
    Illustration: Anthropic commits shares to new public benefit fund

    Anthropic commits shares to new public benefit fund

    Original title: Investing in the public benefit

    What it is
    Anthropic is committing a portion of its shares to a new entity called the Anthropic Public Benefit Fund. The fund's share of the company will increase as Anthropic grows in value.
    How it works
    Subject to stockholder approval, Anthropic will commit 5% of its shares to the fund today. The board can add an additional 2% for every 50% increase in the company's value above a baseline.
    Where it is available
    This applies to Anthropic's corporate equity and structure.
    Example
    The fund could make large donations to traditional nonprofits or distribute funds directly to specific populations affected by AI's impact on the labor market.
  9. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic gives METR employee-like access for safety

    Anthropic gives METR employee-like access for safety

    Original title: An update on independent evaluators

    What it is
    Anthropic announced it is working with independent external organizations to evaluate the safety of its AI models. The company is giving a team from the nonprofit METR deep access to its systems to conduct these risk assessments.
    How it works
    Anthropic has onboarded six METR employees, providing them with company hardware, office space, and access to internal tools. These evaluators will analyze risks and publish their findings without Anthropic having veto power over the publication.
    Where it is available
    This partnership applies to Anthropic's frontier models and internal risk assessment systems, excluding sensitive data like customer information.
    Example
    The nonprofit METR will publish its independent analysis of Anthropic's risk levels, incidents, and safety practices.
  10. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic updates Claude for 2026 US midterms

    Anthropic updates Claude for 2026 US midterms

    Original title: Preparing for the 2026 US midterms

    What it is
    Anthropic announced new updates to Claude to prepare for the 2026 US midterm elections. These updates focus on providing accurate voting information, reducing political bias, and preventing misuse of the tool.
    How it works
    Claude will show a banner linking to TurboVote for voting questions and will integrate official voting data from Democracy Works directly into answers. It will also display real-time election results on election night.
    Where it is available
    These features apply to the Claude.ai consumer application for users in the United States.
    Example
    A user can ask Claude where to vote or what identification to bring, and they will receive an answer specific to their state.
  11. Company
    Illustration: Anthropic opens Singapore office, signs government deal

    Anthropic opens Singapore office, signs government deal

    Original title: Anthropic opens Singapore office and signs MOU with the Government of Singapore

    What it is
    Anthropic has opened a new office in Singapore and signed an agreement with the Singapore government. This partnership aims to promote the safe and responsible use of AI in both the public and private sectors.
    How it works
    Anthropic will work with Singapore's government on AI safety, testing standards, and sharing research. They will also help small and medium-sized businesses adopt AI and improve AI skills for public officers.
    Where it is available
    The initiative applies to businesses and government agencies in Singapore.
    Example
    The technology company Grab uses Claude to power a sales assistant that saves its sales teams around 40,000 hours every quarter.
  12. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic cuts Claude data theft by 90%

    Anthropic cuts Claude data theft by 90%

    Original title: Strengthening our defenses against distillation attacks

    What it is
    Anthropic has upgraded its defenses to protect its Claude models from distillation attacks, where other companies copy its capabilities without authorization. These new measures have reduced the amount of data stolen by attackers by 90% to 99%.
    How it works
    The defenses make Claude's internal reasoning process harder for attackers to access. Anthropic blocks attempts to trick the model into revealing its thoughts, restricts how reasoning data can be shared, and bans accounts that repeatedly try to steal data.
    Where it is available
    These defenses are active on Anthropic's most capable models, including Claude Sonnet 5.5, Claude Opus 5 and 5.5, and Claude Fable 5 and 5.1.
    Example
    In one case, requests sent to Moonshot's Kimi models were secretly forwarded to Claude to copy its capabilities, including a request to analyze CCTV surveillance.
  13. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic launches Cyber Mission to secure open source

    Anthropic launches Cyber Mission to secure open source

    Original title: Introducing the Anthropic Cyber Mission

    What it is
    Anthropic launched the Anthropic Cyber Mission to help secure critical systems and software. This initiative includes programs to protect public infrastructure and scan open-source software for security flaws.
    How it works
    Anthropic is providing its Claude AI models, funding, and engineering talent to security providers and developers. For open-source projects, an automated tool scans code and suggests fixes directly to the maintainers.
    Where it is available
    This is available for critical infrastructure providers, government systems, and open-source software projects that sign up for the program.
    Example
    Security partners are currently using Claude models to find and fix vulnerabilities in systems like power grids and water networks.
  14. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic updates Claude policy on weapons and abuse

    Anthropic updates Claude policy on weapons and abuse

    Original title: 2026 Usage Policy update

    What it is
    Anthropic has updated its Usage Policy for Claude to clarify rules and address new capabilities. The update includes new sections on deceptive campaigns, democratic processes, weapons, surveillance, high-risk uses, and abusive behavior toward the models.
    How it works
    The policy consolidates scattered rules into clear sections and provides specific requirements. For example, high-risk decisions require a human reviewer, and models connected to physical hardware must have an operator who can stop the equipment.
    Where it is available
    The policy applies to all users of Claude, including specific restrictions for users and companies in unsupported regions.
    Example
    A nonprofit can now use Claude to write information for voters in other languages, which was previously restricted under a blanket ban on personalized targeting.
  15. Research
    Illustration: Anthropic commits $150M to US Genesis Mission

    Anthropic commits $150M to US Genesis Mission

    Original title: Building on our commitment to American scientific discovery

    What it is
    Anthropic is committing 150 million dollars over three years to the Genesis Mission, a US federal initiative. This initiative aims to accelerate scientific and technological discovery using artificial intelligence.
    How it works
    Anthropic will provide its Claude models, Claude Code, and API credits to several hundred research projects. The company will also offer training, onboarding, and technical support to scientists.
    Where it is available
    This applies to more than 15 federal agencies participating in the mission, including NASA, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Science Foundation.
    Example
    Scientists can use these resources to advance research in priority areas such as fusion energy and quantum computing.
  16. Company
    Illustration: Anthropic reduces model blocks for security pros

    Anthropic reduces model blocks for security pros

    Original title: Expanding the Cyber Verification Program

    What it is
    Anthropic is launching an expanded version of its Cyber Verification Program. This program gives approved security professionals access to advanced cyber capabilities with fewer automated blocks on the models.
    How it works
    The program now has three levels of access called Defense Access, Red Team Access, and Specialized Access. Security teams must apply, pass verification, and meet specific security controls to get access to models like Claude Opus 5.5 and Claude Sonnet 5.5.
    Where it is available
    The program is available on the Claude Platform, Google Cloud's Vertex AI, and Microsoft Foundry. It is also available on Amazon Bedrock for customers who qualify for Enterprise Frontier Safeguards.
    Example
    A security team at a company or a regional hospital can use the Defense Access tier to analyze vulnerabilities and respond to security incidents.
  17. Company
    Illustration: Anthropic invests $100M to train 10,000 engineers

    Anthropic invests $100M to train 10,000 engineers

    Original title: Anthropic invests $100 million to train 10,000 engineers and tackle the enterprise AI talent gap

    What it is
    Anthropic launched the Claude Frontier Academy, investing 100 million dollars to train 10,000 engineers by the end of 2027. The program aims to address the shortage of skilled talent capable of implementing AI in businesses.
    How it works
    Selected engineers participate in a program modeled after medical residencies. They learn from experts, practice on realistic business cases, and manage a real Claude project at their own company for 12 weeks with support from Anthropic.
    Where it is available
    The program is available in San Francisco, New York, and London. Organizations can nominate their engineers through their Anthropic account team or partner manager.
    Example
    An engineer from Novo Nordisk can participate in the program to manage a Claude project within the company's medicine research and development workflows.
  18. Company
    Illustration: Barclays deploys Claude across global operations

    Barclays deploys Claude across global operations

    Original title: Barclays scales Claude to upgrade operations and improve client experience

    What it is
    Barclays is expanding its collaboration with Anthropic to deploy Claude across its global banking operations. The bank aims to improve customer service, modernize its systems, and increase operational efficiency.
    How it works
    Employees use Claude to find information quickly when helping customers, and to automatically sort and route client emails. Developers will also use Claude Code to help write and update software.
    Where it is available
    The system is being rolled out across Barclays' global operations, including its UK retail banking and Global Markets business.
    Example
    A tool called Colleague Knowledge Assistant helps over 16,000 Barclays UK employees quickly find information to support retail customers.

Money, IPOs and deals

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  1. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: 7 Anthropic founders to cash out $250M each in IPO

    7 Anthropic founders to cash out $250M each in IPO

    Original title: All 7 Anthropic founders will each cash out about $250M in IPO

    What it is
    Anthropic has filed for an initial public offering where all seven co-founders plan to sell an equal number of shares. This sale is expected to bring each co-founder around $250 million in cash while they collectively maintain voting control of the company.
    How it works
    Each co-founder will sell exactly 3,378,378 shares. They will also each receive one Class F share with supervoting rights, giving them a combined 51.1% of the total votes.
    Where it is available
    This applies to Anthropic's upcoming IPO as disclosed in its S-1 filing.
    Example
    Not stated in the source.
  2. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic targets $1.4T valuation in IPO

    Anthropic targets $1.4T valuation in IPO

    Original title: Anthropic sets IPO price range of $70 to $78 per share to reach an implied valuation of $1.404 trillion

    What it is
    Anthropic has updated its IPO filing, setting a share price range of $70 to $78. This could value the company at up to $1.404 trillion and raise up to $64.35 billion.
    How it works
    The company is offering 825 million Class A shares to the public. It also agreed to sell $26 billion of non-voting Class N shares privately to major tech companies like Google and Nvidia.
    Where it is available
    The shares are expected to trade on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ANT.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  3. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic reportedly plans IPO, trading next week

    Anthropic reportedly plans IPO, trading next week

    Original title: Anthropic reportedly plans to move forward with IPO plans

    What it is
    Anthropic is reportedly planning to move forward with its plans for an initial public offering. The company is expected to set its valuation range this week and begin trading next week.
    How it works
    The company plans to set its valuation range and start trading on Thursday or Friday of next week. Investors will use this valuation to gauge the strength of the AI industry.
    Where it is available
    Not stated in the source
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  4. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic buys $3.4B in gas turbines for power

    Anthropic buys $3.4B in gas turbines for power

    Original title: Anthropic joins AI’s natural gas frenzy, buys $3.4B worth of turbines

    What it is
    Anthropic purchased natural gas turbines worth 3.4 billion dollars to generate its own electricity. The company bought the generators directly from Caterpillar.
    How it works
    The turbines can produce up to 1.7 gigawatts of electricity. This purchase allows the company to secure its own power source instead of waiting for public electrical grid connections.
    Where it is available
    Not stated in the source
    Example
    Anthropic can use the generators to power its computing operations directly on-site without relying on the public grid.
  5. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Ramp: AI spending stalls even as usage climbs

    Ramp: AI spending stalls even as usage climbs

    Original title: Ramp data shows AI spending stalling just as Anthropic nears its IPO

    What it is
    A new report from Ramp shows that business spending on AI has flatlined, even though companies are using AI more than ever. This slowdown is caused by price cuts from AI providers and better cost management by businesses.
    How it works
    Businesses are keeping costs down by setting employee budgets and using cheaper AI models for simple tasks. AI vendors like OpenAI and Anthropic have also cut their prices to compete for customers.
    Where it is available
    This trend is happening across companies that track their expenses through the Ramp platform, particularly affecting services from OpenAI and Anthropic.
    Example
    Some companies are using a lightweight tool called Jev to handle simple yes or no decisions instead of using expensive models.
  6. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic expected to get high junk rating after IPO

    Anthropic expected to get high junk rating after IPO

    Original title: Anthropic expected to receive high ‘junk’ rating from credit agencies following IPO, FT report says

    What it is
    Anthropic is expected to receive a high junk credit rating from credit rating agencies after its initial public offering. This prediction comes from the investment firm Blackstone, which previously expected the company to get a higher investment-grade rating.
    How it works
    A junk rating means credit agencies view lending to the company as speculative. This rating will make it more difficult and expensive for Anthropic to borrow money to fund its large business expenses.
    Where it is available
    This applies to Anthropic's financial standing following its upcoming initial public offering.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  7. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic launches tools to track AI spending

    Anthropic launches tools to track AI spending

    Original title: Anthropic just launched tools to show companies what their AI spending is buying

    What it is
    Anthropic launched a new suite of reporting tools for businesses. These tools help companies understand the value and cost of their spending on AI models.
    How it works
    Managers can view a team's work over a specific date range, see what was produced, track the cost, and identify where workflows broke down. The tools use internal analytics and employee surveys to provide recommendations for improvement.
    Where it is available
    These tools are available for Anthropic's enterprise customers.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  8. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic files S-1: Amazon set for huge IPO gains

    Anthropic files S-1: Amazon set for huge IPO gains

    Original title: VCs will make billions on Anthropic’s IPO, but Amazon is set to make much (much) more

    What it is
    Anthropic has filed its S-1 document ahead of an initial public offering. The filing reveals that tech giants Amazon and Google are set to make massive financial gains from the listing and from cloud computing deals.
    How it works
    Amazon structured its investment using convertible notes and nonvoting preferred stock. Additionally, Anthropic has committed to spend at least $110 billion on AWS cloud services over the next 10 years.
    Where it is available
    This information is detailed in Anthropic's S-1 filing ahead of its public stock market listing.
    Example
    Amazon invested a total of about $18 billion in Anthropic, and its convertible notes were valued at $97.9 billion as of June 30.
  9. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic limits shareholder control ahead of IPO

    Anthropic limits shareholder control ahead of IPO

    Original title: Who’s really in charge at Anthropic after the IPO?

    What it is
    Anthropic is approaching its initial public offering with a complex governance structure that limits the control of public shareholders. This structure is designed to prioritize AI safety over shareholder value.
    How it works
    The structure includes a Long-Term Benefit Trust that can elect most of the board, and the seven founders who hold 50.1% of the voting power. Additionally, Anthropic is registered as a public benefit company, which legally protects its board when making safety-first decisions.
    Where it is available
    This governance structure applies to Anthropic as it prepares for its initial public offering.
    Example
    If the Long-Term Benefit Trust tries to remove a specific director without cause, the board can reject the move and let the company's employees vote on it.
  10. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic S-1: Half of $100K customers use two products

    Anthropic S-1: Half of $100K customers use two products

    Original title: Anthropic’s IPO filing reveals its strategy for keeping enterprise customers hooked

    What it is
    Anthropic's IPO filing shows that more than half of its large business customers use both its developer platform and its applications. This strategy helps keep customers using their services over time.
    How it works
    Customers who start with the developer interface often expand to using applications like Claude Code for engineers and Cowork for other employees. Anthropic also uses specialized teams to help companies integrate these tools into their existing systems.
    Where it is available
    This applies to the Claude Platform, applications like Claude Code and Cowork, and services purchased through cloud partners like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.
    Example
    A business can start by using the Claude API, then deploy Claude Code to its software developers, and later introduce Cowork to the rest of its employees.
  11. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic officially files for IPO

    Anthropic officially files for IPO

    Original title: Anthropic officially files for its public debut

    What it is
    Anthropic has officially filed for an initial public offering to become a publicly traded company. The filing reveals significant revenue growth alongside financial losses and a large enterprise customer base.
    How it works
    The company plans to list under the ticker ANT. Its governance structure is set up so that the seven co-founders retain 50.1 percent of the voting power through an entity called Founder LLC to maintain their focus on AI safety.
    Where it is available
    This applies to Anthropic as a corporate entity and its upcoming listing on the public stock market.
    Example
    The filing shows that Anthropic has over 11,900 enterprise customers spending 100,000 dollars or more annually.
  12. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic expected to IPO this year at up to $2T

    Anthropic expected to IPO this year at up to $2T

    Original title: What some of Anthropic’s backers are worth before its IPO

    What it is
    Anthropic is expected to go public this year with a valuation of up to $2 trillion. Early and late-stage investors in the company already hold stakes worth billions of dollars.
    How it works
    Investors bought shares during early and late-stage funding rounds at lower valuations. As the company's private valuation grew to $965 billion, the value of these investments increased significantly.
    Where it is available
    This applies to Anthropic's upcoming initial public offering and its private market valuations.
    Example
    Spark Capital invested $75 million in 2023 when the company was valued at $5 billion, and that investment is now worth $7 billion.
  13. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic proposes blocking AI that could kill 50+

    Anthropic proposes blocking AI that could kill 50+

    Original title: Anthropic pitches AI safety bill that may block a model if 50+ people could be killed

    What it is
    Anthropic has proposed a draft bill on AI safety to the U.S. Congress. The bill suggests blocking the release of AI models that pose extreme risks to human life or property.
    How it works
    Independent evaluators would check the models for risks. If they find a major threat, they report it to the government, which must ask a judge to stop the release.
    Where it is available
    The proposed bill is aimed at federal regulation in the United States.
    Example
    An AI model could be blocked if there is an imminent risk of it being used to create a biological weapon.
  14. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Report: Anthropic struggles to secure cloud compute

    Report: Anthropic struggles to secure cloud compute

    Original title: Anthropic’s cloud partnerships are getting messy

    What it is
    Anthropic is having difficulty getting enough cloud computing capacity from major providers like AWS, Google, and Microsoft. These providers increasingly see the maker of Claude as a competitor.
    How it works
    To address this, Anthropic is leasing its own data centers and working with third-party data center operators. The company is also spending heavily on cloud contracts.
    Where it is available
    This applies to Anthropic's infrastructure operations involving AWS, Google, Microsoft, and third-party data centers.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  15. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Eric Schmidt reportedly owns 1% of Anthropic

    Eric Schmidt reportedly owns 1% of Anthropic

    Original title: Eric Schmidt reportedly owns about half as much of Anthropic as CEO Dario Amodei

    What it is
    Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt reportedly owns about 1% of the AI company Anthropic. This is about half of the 2% stake held by Anthropic's co-founder and CEO, Dario Amodei.
    How it works
    Schmidt acquired his stake by investing tens of millions of dollars in Anthropic's Series A funding round in 2021. The company is expected to go public before the end of the year.
    Where it is available
    This applies to the ownership structure of Anthropic.
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  16. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic reportedly in talks for $45B Nscale deal

    Anthropic reportedly in talks for $45B Nscale deal

    Original title: Nscale and Anthropic are reportedly in talks for yet another $45B compute deal

    What it is
    Anthropic and AI infrastructure provider Nscale are reportedly in talks for a new $45 billion compute deal. This follows a similar $45 billion deal the two companies announced about a month ago.
    How it works
    The companies are negotiating the details of the partnership to provide Anthropic with massive computing power. The talks are still ongoing and the details could change.
    Where it is available
    Not stated in the source
    Example
    Not stated in the source
  17. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic commits 5% of its shares to a public benefit fund

    Anthropic commits 5% of its shares to a public benefit fund

    Original title: Anthropic says it’s committing 5% of its shares to a ‘public benefit fund’

    What it is
    Anthropic announced the creation of a public benefit fund and committed 5% of its shares to it. The fund aims to support projects for societal good.
    How it works
    The fund is structured as an entity owned entirely by Anthropic. The company has the option to add 2% more shares to the fund for every 50% increase in Anthropic's value.
    Where it is available
    This is a corporate initiative within Anthropic. More details about its structure and governance will be shared in the coming months.
    Example
    The fund could make large donations to traditional nonprofits or distribute money directly to specific populations.
  18. BusinessTechCrunch
    Illustration: Anthropic gives METR employee access to audit models

    Anthropic gives METR employee access to audit models

    Original title: Anthropic is letting METR researchers look under the hood with employee-level access

    What it is
    Anthropic is giving six researchers from the nonprofit METR employee-level access to evaluate its AI models and safety practices. METR will be allowed to publish its findings without Anthropic having the right to block them.
    How it works
    The researchers receive Anthropic laptops, office space, and access to internal tools. Anthropic employees are encouraged to share information with them just like they would with co-workers.
    Where it is available
    This arrangement applies to Anthropic's internal systems, models, and risk management practices.
    Example
    METR will use this access to write and publish independent assessments of Anthropic's risks, incidents, and safety practices.
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