Anthropic, the firm behind the Claude chatbot, is drawing strong investor interest as competition for AI funding rises. Sources familiar with the matter report that the private company has opened a new funding round that could value it at about $900 billion, making it one of the largest private AI raises so far.
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Forget margin or options. Here's how the pros trade NVDAWith demand heating up, the round is expected to close within two weeks as investors rush to secure shares ahead of the firm’s potential public debut. The fast-moving process also underscores the growing demand for private AI firms in the lead-up to their initial public offering (IPO).
Anthropic Opens New $50 Billion Funding Round
Anthropic has asked investors to submit stakes within the next 48 hours as part of its new funding round. The company is targeting about $50 billion in fresh capital, driven by strong demand from large investors.
Sources say the round is expected to close within two weeks, showing how quickly the process is moving. However, Anthropic declined to comment on the fundraising process.
The firm is aiming for a valuation of about $900 billion in this round, marking a huge jump from its $380 billion value reported in February. If this target is reached, it means Anthropic’s value will more than double in just a few months. This massive growth is set to boost the rivalry between Anthropic and other AI companies such as OpenAI. Moreover, with the new funding, Anthropic’s market value will slightly surpass OpenAI’s, which is currently valued at $852 billion.
Revenue Strength and IPO Plans Shape Investor Positioning
As it works to boost its valuation, Anthropic has also reported gains in other areas. The company previously revealed that its annual revenue run rate surpassed $30 billion, with some sources suggesting the figure may be closer to $40 billion. This growth reflects rising demand for advanced AI systems as the company expands.
At the same time, investor positioning is shifting ahead of a potential IPO later this year. Some early backers are skipping the current round to wait for public market access instead. Meanwhile, others are participating to maintain exposure before a listing. This split shows investors have very different expectations about timing, risk, and potential returns for Anthropic.
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