Anthropic, a leading Silicon Valley competitor to OpenAI in artificial intelligence, is preparing to disclose potential “catastrophic or existential risks to humanity” posed by advanced AI to prospective investors. The warning is included in confidential documents filed for its initial public offering in the United States. According to a Reuters review of the documents, the filing highlights the risks inherent in the AI models developed by Anthropic. The company acknowledges that despite safety measures, unforeseen risks remain with highly capable AI systems. These risks include the potential for misuse, the difficulty of controlling highly intelligent machines, and the possibility of unintended consequences. Anthropic’s acknowledgment signals growing concern within the AI industry regarding the potential dangers of rapidly advancing technologies. The company is proceeding with its IPO in the United States despite these disclosed risks.