Anthropic clinches $380 billion valuation after $30 billion funding round

Funding and Valuation - Anthropic has raised $30 billion in its latest funding round, increasing its valuation to $380 billion, reflecting significant investor interest in the AI sector [1] - The funding round was co-led by D. E. Shaw Ventures, ICONIQ, and MGX, with contributions from Microsoft and Nvidia [2] Revenue Growth - Anthropic's current run-rate revenue is reported at $14 billion, with Claude Code contributing over $2.5 billion, more than doubling since the beginning of 2026 [4] - Business subscriptions to Claude Code have quadrupled since the start of the year, with enterprise use now accounting for over half of all Claude Code revenue [4] Product Development and Market Position - Anthropic has focused on coding in its model training, with Claude Code gaining traction among developers, providing a competitive edge in the enterprise AI market [1] - The company has launched a series of plugins for its Cowork agent, which has influenced global software stock performance due to concerns about AI's disruptive potential [2] Regulatory Approach - Anthropic plans to donate $20 million to support U.S. political candidates who advocate for AI regulation, contrasting with the general trend among tech companies seeking less regulation [5] - The company emphasizes the responsibility of AI developers to ensure technology serves the public good [6]