AI start-up Anthropic open to Mideast funds in talks for $150bn valuation
Financial TimesFriday, July 25, 2025 at 6:57:00 PM
AI company Anthropic, a major competitor to OpenAI (the folks behind ChatGPT), is reportedly in talks to accept investment from Middle Eastern funds—a shift from its previous stance of avoiding Gulf sovereign wealth due to ethical concerns. The potential deal could value the startup at a staggering $150 billion, highlighting the fierce competition and sky-high stakes in the AI industry.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about money—it’s a sign of how the AI gold rush is forcing even ethically cautious companies to weigh tough compromises. Anthropic had previously avoided Gulf money over human rights concerns, but a $150 billion valuation might change the game. It also shows how Middle Eastern investors are doubling down on AI as the next big tech battleground. For the industry, this could mean more capital but also more scrutiny over who’s funding the future of AI.
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