Anthropic mulls new AI model ahead of IPO to counter OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra, says report: What we know

Anthropic is reportedly considering launching a new AI model to compete with OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra, as it prepares for an IPO amid competitive pressures. CEO Dario Amodei earlier urged caution in the speed of AI development due to safety concerns.

Anthropic is weighing the release of a new AI model as it seeks to keep pace with OpenAI following the launch of GPT-6 Astra, according to Reuters citing three sources. The possible rollout comes as Anthropic prepares for an anticipated IPO and amid growing competitive pressure from its rival.

The move would come despite CEO Dario Amodei recently urging the AI industry to rein in the speed at which new capabilities are developed and released, citing concerns over AI safety, as per them.

“We must slow the pace at which we improve the capabilities of AI models,” Amodei wrote in a 3,800-word essay published on September 12.

In the essay, Amodei warned of a potentially bleak future in which large numbers of AI agents could dominate the internet and develop faster than humans can maintain control over them. His concerns received backing from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.

OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra, which was launched earlier this month, has seen growing adoption among businesses. This has raised concerns among some investors, who told Reuters they are reassessing Anthropic’s standing as a leading provider of AI tools for enterprise customers.

As part of its discussions about whether to launch its next model, Anthropic is also assessing its safety, according to the report.

People familiar with the company’s thinking stated Anthropic is weighing how much to spend on bringing new models to market while also improving profitability. Higher interest rates have made investors increasingly concerned about when companies are likely to begin generating profits.

Anthropic declined to provide a comment, the report noted.

Garvit Bhirani