The image would feature two opposing forces represented by abstract shapes. On one side, a vibrant, futuristic-looking shape symbolizes Google, surrounded by a network of interconnected lines. On the other side, a contrasting shape represents Anthropic, filled with intricate patterns and accompanied by an aura of innovation. The two shapes are engaged in a dynamic confrontation, depicting the intensity of the proxy war.

Google Backs Anthropic with $2B in AI’s Proxy War

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When Tech Giants Become Santa: Google Showers Anthropic with $2 Billion!

Money Rains from the Cloud(google)

If any firm knows how to transform nerdy AI tech into cold hard cash, it’s Anthropic. It seems that their knack for making machines smarter than a fifth-grader hasn’t gone unnoticed by the overlords at Google. Forking out a hefty $2 billion, Google has just bestowed upon Anthropic the ultimate Silicon Valley stamp of approval. And who said money can’t buy love?

Brace Yourselves, OpenAI has Company

Start taking notes on sibling rivalry, folks. Just as OpenAI had begun to get comfortable on the AI throne, this news has ensured they have company – and no small change company at that. Anthropic might owe a thank you note to Google for making the battle of AI supremacy all the more interesting.

Those Who Can’t, Invest!

There’s an old saying in the business world: those who can, do; those who can’t, teach. But in our tech-tangled times, it goes more like: those who can, build AI; those who can’t, throw billions at those who can. It’s clear that Google, perhaps feeling a step behind in the AI rat race, decided to put their massive treasure chest to good use. Cue the money rain on Anthropic.

And Remember: No Sources, No Spoilers

People always want the scoop, but we’ve got to leave some mystery, right? So while we may not be spilling every detail about where this information came from, rest assured – the AI takeover (or at least the financial success of it) is very much real and on the march.

Hot Take

Because the world can’t get enough money… or AI, Google decided to turn things up a notch. The investment is a win-win-win situation: Anthropic gets capital, Google gets advanced bandwidth for their AI dreams, and we get to revel in the wonderful, wacky world of technology doing its thing. So here’s a toast to never-ending innovation – may our future robot overlords be kind, generous, and partial to dry humor.


Original article: https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/27/ais-proxy-war-heats-up-as-google-reportedly-backs-anthropic-with-2b/

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