Exclusive-Nvidia in talks to invest in Anthropic’s mega IPO, sources say

Anthropic, the artificial intelligence startup, is reportedly in discussions to secure Nvidia as an anchor investor in its anticipated mega IPO, according to sources cited by Reuters. This potential investment could be as significant as $10 billion in the IPO, which may value Anthropic at around $2 trillion. The discussions are still ongoing and could possibly change, according to the sources.

The inclusion of Nvidia in the IPO could serve as a strong early strategic partner for Anthropic and strengthen ties between the chipmaker and its major customer. Anchor investors usually commit to buying a portion of an IPO before it is broadly marketed, thereby providing confidence in the shares' value. Given the scale of the IPO and the deep pockets of Nvidia, this partnership could significantly enhance investor confidence in the listing, which is poised to be a critical test for public market appetite for the high valuations and substantial capital requirements of leading AI firms.