SOC Investment Group has formally requested that Anthropic postpone its planned initial public offering. The group cites significant concerns regarding the safety of artificial intelligence models and ongoing regulatory uncertainties as the primary reasons for this delay.
Anthropic, founded by former OpenAI researchers and known for its Claude chatbot, currently holds a valuation of $965 billion following its most recent funding round. The company is reportedly targeting a valuation of $2 trillion for its upcoming public listing on the Nasdaq.
The final decision on the IPO timeline rests with Anthropic leadership, including co-founders Dario and Daniela Amodei. Market participants are closely monitoring potential updates from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission regarding AI-specific regulations, which could impact the company's compliance strategy.
Recent reports indicate that Anthropic is preparing for a 2026 IPO and expects to record its second consecutive profitable quarter. However, broader market sentiment remains influenced by concerns over inflated financial reporting and the overall stability of the AI sector.
