No Priors AI The $13B Future of Safe AI
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Nov 11, 2025 A massive $13B raise highlights Anthropic's focus on AI safety, igniting a discussion about investor motivations. Major backers include controversial sovereign wealth funds, stirring founder tensions. With a huge valuation leap from $3.5B to $186B, Anthropic reports explosive growth in revenue and customers. The scramble for capital is driven by fierce competition in the AI landscape. Rate limits on Claude Code reflect cost management after skyrocketing usage. This funding frenzy underscores a rapid shift in the AI industry.
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Anthropic's Meteoric Fundraising Surge
- Anthropic closed a $13B Series F at a $183B valuation after rapid prior growth and fundraising.
- The company more than doubled both valuation and funds raised since its last round.
Host Promotes His No-Code AI App Builder
- Jaeden plugs his startup AIbox's new no-code AI app builder and examples like a YouTube generator.
- He invites listeners to try AIbox.ai and give feedback on added features.
Founder Calls Investors 'Bad Guys' While Taking Funds
- CEO Dario Amodei said he wasn't thrilled about taking money from sovereign wealth funds of dictatorial governments.
- He also noted it's difficult to run a business by excluding "bad guys" from investing.