February 24, 2026
Anthropic Accuses Chinese AI Labs of Mining Claude
Anthropic has accused several Chinese AI labs, including DeepSeek, of using 24,000 fake accounts to mine its Claude AI model. This accusation comes amid ongoing U.S. debates about AI chip exports to China, highlighting the geopolitical tensions surrounding AI technology. The situation underscores the challenges of protecting intellectual property in the AI space and the potential implications for international relations and trade.
New Funding Rounds
New Product Launches
Industry Moves
Canva has acquired startups focused on animation and marketing to enhance its video creation and measurement capabilities. This move signals Canva's ambition to strengthen its position as a comprehensive marketing solution provider.
Notable Takes
A Meta AI security researcher humorously warned about the potential pitfalls of AI agents, while a TechCrunch article highlighted the diminishing loyalty of AI investors as many OpenAI backers also support Anthropic.
Policy & Regulation
The U.S. Defense Secretary has summoned Anthropic's CEO over concerns about the military's use of AI, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny and regulatory challenges faced by AI companies in defense applications.