Anthropic expands its partnership with PwC as it pushes to get Claude into the hands of corporate America (www.businessinsider.com)

Anthropic and PwC have announced a significant expansion of their partnership, aiming to integrate Anthropic's AI tool, Claude, into corporate practices throughout America. This collaboration will see PwC employees train in Claude Code, enabling them to assist clients in transforming their operating models with AI solutions. The initiative focuses on developing agentic AI tools for clients, facilitating AI integration in the dealmaking process, and reshaping operational frameworks. With 30,000 U.S. employees set to be trained, this move positions Claude as a prominent resource in various sectors, including finance and supply chain. The partnership is notable as it marks Anthropic's growing influence in the AI space, having recently outpaced OpenAI in business adoption rates. The formation of a joint Center of Excellence and the application of Claude in PwC’s internal AI assistant underscore the strategic importance of this alliance. As organizations increasingly seek to leverage AI for enhanced productivity and operational efficiency, Anthropic's advancements with Claude demonstrate the potential to deliver significant improvements, such as reducing insurance underwriting times from weeks to days. This collaboration further cements Anthropic's position as a key player in shaping AI's role in corporate America, amidst fierce competition from other tech giants.