Anthropic Doubles AI Safety Funding to $40M Amid Concerns

Anthropic has doubled its AI policy funding, now totaling $40 million. This comes as their Claude Mythos model raises security concerns. The company announced an additional $20 million donation to Public First Action, an advocacy group focused on AI transparency and safety. This brings Anthropic's total contribution to this group to $40 million. Anthropic states that AI models are becoming more powerful, leading to greater risks if misused. The funds are specifically for public education and AI policy work. The timing of this donation connects to the release of Claude Mythos Preview, described as Anthropic's most advanced AI cybersecurity model. This model was initially available to select users in cybersecurity, technology, finance, and government. Anthropic warns that advanced AI could threaten critical infrastructure like hospitals and power grids if misused. However, they also note that AI offers major benefits in science, medicine, and the economy, provided strong safeguards are in place. This increased funding highlights growing concerns about AI safety and regulation, especially with elections approaching.