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.