“To advance the development of AI systems that are safe, interpretable, and aligned with human values, ensuring these technologies benefit humanity broadly and equitably.”

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Anthropic, founded in 2023 by Dario Amodei, Daniela Amodei, and other former OpenAI researchers, is an AI research and safety company that focuses on creating advanced AI systems while prioritizing ethical considerations and safety measures. Anthropic is dedicated to AI safety and research, with a focus on enhancing the security of large-scale AI systems. The company's business model revolves around developing and selling AI technologies, such as its well-known chatbot, Claude, while prioritizing safety measures. The company has raised significant funding, including $7.3 billion in the past year, to support its mission and continue to innovate in AI safety. Recently the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX has been granted permission to sell its 7.84% ownership in the company.

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Business Model

Anthropic develops cutting-edge AI technologies and offers AI research services with a focus on alignment and safety. Their flagship products include large language models and tools designed to ensure the safe deployment of AI systems.

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Targeted Impact

Anthropic aims to set new standards in AI safety and alignment to foster trust and reliability in advanced AI systems.

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Who Will Benefit?

Businesses, researchers, and society at large will benefit from more reliable and ethically developed AI technologies.

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What Comes Next?‍

Anthropic plans to further develop its AI models and safety frameworks, expanding their applications and influence in the industry.

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Anthropic and Competition

Anthropic’s approach to AI safety differentiates it from these competitors, who are also leaders in AI research but may have varying focuses and methodologies.

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Center for Emerging Risk Research (CERR)

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Google

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Series C

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Salesforce Ventures

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Series C

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Sound Ventures

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Series C

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Spark Capital

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Series C

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Zoom Ventures

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Series C

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