EXCLUSIVE: Anthropic considers releasing new AI model ahead of IPO, sources say | Reuters

Anthropic is weighing the release of a new AI model to defend its enterprise lead against OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra ahead of an anticipated IPO, while CEO Dario Amodei urged a global slowdown on releasing new capabilities for safety reasons. OpenAI’s Astra has drawn strong enterprise interest and could pressure Anthropic’s market position, though both companies say Astra isn’t a major threat to Anthropic’s lead; the IPO timeline may shift to after the U.S. midterm elections.

timing as OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra gains business traction, sources say ... Sept 18 (Reuters) - Anthropic is considering rolling out a new AI model to counter OpenAI’s momentum since its launch of GPT-6 Astra, according ​to three sources, ahead of an expected IPO and after its CEO called for an industrywide slowdown. ... OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra, released this ​month, has gained traction among businesses, prompting concerns among some investors who told Reuters they are re-evaluating Anthropic’s position as the leading provider of enterprise AI tools. ... Some of the discussions involve how to ⁠balance investment in releasing new models with efforts to strengthen the company’s profitability as rising interest rates make investors more focused on the timing of expected profits, said people familiar with the company’s thinking. ... OpenAI released GPT-6 Astra on September 3, touting gains in computer use, software engineering, cybersecurity and professional work. The model has received a strong

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