Anthropic unveils new AI model as OpenAI rivalry heats up

San Francisco, United States (AFP) Feb 5, 2026
Anthropic on Thursday released its latest high-performing artificial intelligence model, escalating its challenge to OpenAI in the intensifying AI race. Founded by former OpenAI staffers in 2021, Anthropic has gained significant momentum in recent months with a series of product releases that have impressed Silicon Valley - and rattled Wall Street. Releases including an AI automation to