Anthropic to Raise $2 Billion, Valued at $60 Billion 

On January 7, CNBC confirmed that AI startup Anthropic is in the midst of a new round of funding at a $60 billion valuation, with plans to raise $2 billion, making it one of the highest valued companies in the AI industry. The company is currently in late-stage negotiations for the round, which is being led by Lightspeed Venture Partners. The round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, people familiar with the matter said. Anthropic is currently in advanced stages of negotiations for a financing round. (Source: Wall Street Journal)