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Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence research and deployment company, is aggressively pursuing an initial public offering (IPO), a strategic move designed to capitalize on the surging interest in generative AI. The company has enlisted the legal services of prominent IPO specialists, signaling a serious commitment to navigating the complex regulatory landscape and ultimately securing a public listing. This rapid action follows a period of intense competition within the AI sector, primarily with OpenAI, as both firms seek to establish themselves as dominant players and unlock greater access to capital for further development and expansion. The company’s preparations—particularly the recruitment of legal counsel—point to a focused and determined effort to demonstrate its readiness for the scrutiny and requirements associated with becoming a publicly traded entity. Anthropic’s approach reflects the broader trend of AI companies vying for public status, driven by the immense potential of the technology and the significant investment capital that a successful IPO could provide.