Anthropic Claude Platform on AWS: Managed AI Agent Tools

Anthropic has launched the Claude Platform directly on AWS, offering managed AI agent tools. This integration means AWS customers can now access Claude Platform features using their existing AWS authentication, billing, and infrastructure. The platform includes features like Claude Managed Agents, code execution, web search, and support for the Files API. New Claude models and beta tools will also become available on AWS simultaneously with their native Claude API launch. Authentication uses AWS Identity and Access Management, with audit logging through AWS CloudTrail and billing on a single AWS invoice. This service is for organizations wanting native Claude Platform functionality while remaining within their AWS systems. It's important to note the distinction from Claude on Amazon Bedrock. With the new Claude Platform on AWS, Anthropic operates the service, and data is processed outside the AWS boundary. However, Claude on Amazon Bedrock keeps AWS as the data processor within the AWS boundary, suiting those with strict data residency needs. This launch highlights a shift in AI competition towards enterprise deployment and cloud integration, offering organizations more choices in how they manage their AI workflows and data.