Anthropic raises $13 billion funding round at $183 billion valuation | AI News Digest
Anthropic has successfully closed a $13 billion funding round, achieving a post-money valuation of $183 billion. This significant increase in valuation reflects the company's rapid growth, particularly since the launch of its AI assistant, Claude, in March 2023. The startup's revenue has surged to over $5 billion, up from $1 billion earlier this year, showcasing its strong market presence with over 300,000 business customers. Led by prominent investors like Iconiq and Fidelity, this funding will be directed towards enhancing safety research, expanding international operations, and meeting rising enterprise demand. Anthropic's competitive positioning against OpenAI highlights the dynamic landscape of the AI industry.
