Claude's Popularity Surges Amid Controversy
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Anthropic's AI model, Claude, has seen a remarkable increase in paid subscriptions, more than doubling this year to an estimated total of 18 million to 30 million users. This surge coincides with a public dispute between Anthropic and the Department of Defense regarding AI usage, and the introduction of new features like Computer Use has further fueled consumer interest.
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New subscribers surged significantly between January and February 2026, with the majority opting for the $20 per month 'Pro' tier.
The new AI model, Claude Mythos, has been leaked, achieving dramatically higher scores in coding, academic reasoning, and cybersecurity compared to previous models.
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