Sources: Anthropic is in early talks to buy AI inference chips from UK-based Fractile when they become available in 2027 (The Information)
Anthropic is in early discussions to purchase AI chips from UK-based Fractile when they launch in 2027, according to sources. The move is part of Anthropic's strategy to secure supply chain advantages and gain leverage over suppliers. No final agreement has been reached, and talks are still in preliminary stages.
- ▪Anthropic is in early talks to buy AI chips from Fractile.
- ▪The chips are expected to launch in 2027.
- ▪Anthropic aims to increase its leverage with suppliers through the potential deal.
- ▪Fractile is a UK-based semiconductor company.
- ▪The discussions are not yet at the stage of a finalized agreement.
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