Anthropic in Talks to Raise $2 Billion at $60 Billion Valuation, Led by Lightspeed Venture Partners

Jan 7, 2025, 07:02 PM

Anthropic, an artificial intelligence startup and rival to OpenAI, is in advanced talks to raise $2 billion in a funding round led by Lightspeed Venture Partners. The deal would value Anthropic at $60 billion, a significant increase from its $18 billion valuation in 2024. The funding round is part of a broader trend of substantial investments in AI companies, with Anthropic's valuation reflecting the high demand for AI technology. Amazon, a key investor in Anthropic, has already invested $8 billion in the company since 2023, and the new funding would further support Anthropic's development and scaling efforts.