nuOct 2, 2026, 05:25

Anthropic plans November IPO despite 'catastrophic' risks to humanity

Anthropic is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering in November, with a goal to finalize the process before the end of the year. The company acknowledges significant existential and safety risks associated with its artificial intelligence technology in its regulatory filings.

AI developer Anthropic is reportedly planning to launch its initial public offering as early as the week of November 9, aiming to begin trading before Thanksgiving on November 26. While the company intends to finalize the process by the end of the year, these plans remain subject to change. Financial estimates suggest a valuation between 1.8 and 2 trillion dollars, potentially placing the company in direct competition with the scale of SpaceX's recent public offering. The firm is moving forward despite significant internal warnings regarding the safety of its technology. In its regulatory prospectus, which spans 261 pages, the company dedicates approximately 80 pages to outlining potential existential or catastrophic risks to humanity. This move contrasts with rival OpenAI, whose leadership has opted to delay public offerings to prioritize ongoing safety developments and avoid potential conflicts between shareholder interests and the responsible advancement of artificial intelligence.

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