Anthropic Finalizes $3.5 Billion Funding, Valuation Reaches $61.5 Billion, Launches New AI Model Claude 3.7 Sonnet

Anthropic Funding News
On February 25, according to the Wall Street Journal, AI company Anthropic is finalizing a $3.5 billion funding round, bringing its valuation to $61.5 billion. Initially, Anthropic aimed to raise $2 billion, but investors have now agreed to contribute a larger sum.
Strong Investor Group
Potential investors in this funding round include Lightspeed Venture Partners, General Catalyst, Bessemer Venture Partners, and the Abu Dhabi-based investment firm MGX. If the funding reaches $3.5 billion, Anthropic’s total funding raised will approach $18 billion.
New AI Model Claude 3.7 Sonnet Released
Earlier today, Anthropic unveiled its latest flagship AI model—Claude 3.7 Sonnet. According to the Wall Street Journal, the company’s annual revenue is nearing $1.2 billion, but it is still in a loss-making state.
Use of Funds
Anthropic stated that the proceeds from this round of funding will be used to develop more advanced AI technology, further enhancing the company’s innovation and market competitiveness.
Conclusion
Anthropic is finalizing a $3.5 billion funding round, with a valuation of $61.5 billion, demonstrating strong investor confidence in its future development. This round of funding will bring the company’s total funding raised to nearly $18 billion. At the same time, the company has launched its latest AI model, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, further consolidating its leadership in the AI field. Although the company’s annual revenue is close to $1.2 billion, it is still operating at a loss. Anthropic plans to use the funding to develop more advanced AI technology, boosting technological innovation and market competitiveness.