Anthropic launches a Slack integration for Claude Code, expanding on the existing Claude app for Slack, launching in beta as a research preview (Kyt Dotson/SiliconANGLE)

Anthropic has introduced new 'Agent Skills' for its AI model Claude, enabling it to function more like a programmable co-worker. This enhancement allows Claude to perform tasks with greater autonomy and efficiency, positioning it as a more capable assistant in various work environments.

Slack's CEO is set to join OpenAI, focusing on securing funding to support the company's extensive data center operations. This move comes as OpenAI faces increasing competition and operational demands, highlighting the need for financial stability in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Accenture and Anthropic have announced a significant expansion of their partnership, forming the Accenture Anthropic Business Group, which will involve training approximately 30,000 professionals to facilitate the transition from AI pilots to full-scale deployment. This initiative was discussed by the CEOs of both companies on Bloomberg's 'The Close.'

Anysphere CEO Michael Truell has expressed confidence that competition from major players like OpenAI and Anthropic will not undermine his startup, which recently achieved $1 billion in annualized revenue. Truell emphasized the unique features his company is developing to differentiate itself in the AI landscape.

Anthropic is gaining traction in the enterprise AI sector, as highlighted by a recent survey from Menlo Ventures, which indicates that while Google and OpenAI are competing for dominance in AI models, Anthropic is quietly establishing itself as a leader in business applications. This shift reflects a growing recognition of Anthropic's capabilities in delivering effective AI solutions tailored for enterprises.

French AI startup Mistral has launched the Devstral 2 coding model, which includes a laptop-friendly version optimized for software engineering tasks. This release follows the introduction of the Mistral 3 LLM family, aimed at enhancing local hardware capabilities for developers.

Accenture and Anthropic have announced an expansion of their partnership, focusing on the deployment of Anthropic's AI model, Claude, with plans to train approximately 30,000 Accenture employees. This collaboration aims to transition enterprises from AI pilot projects to full-scale implementations, positioning Accenture as one of Anthropic's largest enterprise customers.

OpenAI has appointed Denise Dresser, the former CEO of Slack, as its new Chief Revenue Officer, aiming to enhance the business adoption of its AI products, including ChatGPT. This strategic move is part of OpenAI's broader initiative to secure funding and operational stability amid rising competition in the AI sector.