Anthropic eyes $800 billion valuation amid investor interest, delays funding decision

The potential valuation would mark a sharp jump from the $350 billion pre-money valuation tied to its $30 billion funding round earlier this year.

Anthropic is attracting fresh investor interest that could value the company at $800 billion or more, but the artificial intelligence firm is yet to commit to raising new capital, according to people familiar with the discussions.

The potential valuation would mark a sharp jump from the $350 billion pre-money valuation tied to its $30 billion funding round earlier this year.

While multiple offers have been made, talks are still at an early stage and may not result in a deal. The company is said to be weighing its options carefully and has not signaled acceptance of the proposed terms. Anthropic has declined to publicly comment on the matter.

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The growing interest comes as Anthropic strengthens its position in the enterprise AI market, competing closely with rivals such as OpenAI. Its suite of AI tools, spanning coding, automation, and cybersecurity, has gained traction among large corporate clients, driving significant revenue growth.

The company recently reported reaching an annualized revenue run rate of $30 billion, up from $19 billion just months earlier, reflecting strong adoption among deep-pocketed enterprise customers.

Despite investor enthusiasm, Anthropic is not under immediate pressure to raise funds. Sources indicate the company may explore fundraising in the coming months, though it is equally evaluating alternative paths, including a potential public listing. Previous reports have suggested that an IPO could be considered as early as October.

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Anthropic's rise has also been accompanied by increased scrutiny. The company has reportedly navigated disagreements with the United States Department of Defense over the deployment and safety of its AI systems.