ANTHROPIC. The Anthropic logo, a keyboard, and a robotic hand are shown in this illustration created on June 5, 2026.
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Amid looming IPOs, professor Kate Devlin says, 'Let’s remember that [these AI companies] are constantly looking for investment and, in return, they promise the most powerful and dominant models. What could be more powerful than a model that threatens our very existence?'
Researchers from Anthropic warn that AI could pose a significant threat to humanity within the decade, with one employee resigning over these concerns.
The discourse around AI's potential dangers is fueled by a mix of genuine belief and the companies' desire to attract investment, despite ongoing debates about the need for regulation.
