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The Verge
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Verge
Anthropic's Claude 4 AI models are better at coding and reasoning
Anthropic has introduced Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4, its latest generation of hybrid-reasoning AI models optimized for coding tasks and solving complex problems. Claude Opus 4 is Anthropic's most powerful AI model to date, according to the company's announcement, and capable of working continuously on long-running tasks for 'several hours.' In customer tests, Anthropic said that Opus 4 performed autonomously for seven hours, significantly expanding the possibilities for AI agents. The company also described its new flagship as the 'best coding model in the world,' with Anthropic's benchmarks showing that Opus 4 outperformed Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro, OpenAI's o3 reasoning, and GPT-4.1 models in coding tasks and using 'tools' like web search. Claude Sonnet 4 is a more affordable and efficiency-focused model that's better suited to general tasks, which supersedes the 3.7 Sonnet model released in February. Anthropic says Sonnet 4 delivers 'superior coding and reasoning' while providing more precise responses. The company adds that both models are 65 percent less likely to take shortcuts and loopholes to complete tasks compared to 3.7 Sonnet and they're better at storing key information for long-term tasks when developers provide Claude with local file access. A new feature introduced for both Claude 4 models is 'thinking summaries,' which condenses the chatbots' reasoning process into easily understandable insights. An 'extended thinking' feature is also launching in beta that allows users to switch the models between modes for reasoning or using tools to improve the performance and accuracy of responses. Claude Opus 4 and Sonnet 4 are available on the Anthropic API, Amazon Bedrock, and Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform, and both models are included in paid Claude plans alongside the extended thinking beta feature. Free users can only access Claude Sonnet 4 for now. In addition to the new models, Anthropic's Claude Code agentic command-line tool is now generally available following its limited preview in February. Anthropic also says it's shifting to provide 'more frequent model updates,' as the company tries to keep up with competition from OpenAI, Google, and Meta.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Apple Teams Up With AI Startup Anthropic To Integrate Claude Sonnet Into Xcode, Challenging Microsoft's GitHub Copilot
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) is quietly entering the AI coding assistant space, and it's doing it alongside Anthropic, one of the most heavily funded artificial intelligence startups in the world. Backed by Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) with a $4 billion investment, including an initial $1.25 billion with an option for an additional $2.75 billion, and Google, with a $500 million upfront investment and a commitment of up to $2 billion total, as reported by Reuters, Anthropic is now collaborating with Apple to launch a new AI-enhanced coding tool built into Xcode, according to Bloomberg. Don't Miss: The tool will rely on Anthropic's Claude Sonnet, a cutting-edge language model capable of writing, editing, and executing code with advanced reasoning and troubleshooting abilities, Bloomberg reports. Internally dubbed a "vibe-coding" interface, the assistant is designed to let Apple engineers build full software components using natural language, which is a step forward in the tech giant's growing effort to embed generative AI into its core development tools. According to Bloomberg, this marks one of Apple's first direct partnerships with a major AI player amid growing competition from Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), which has already integrated OpenAI's GPT technology into GitHub Copilot, a popular AI pair-programming assistant. Trending: Donald Trump just announced a $500 billion AI infrastructure deal — here's how you can invest in the entertainment market's next big disruptor at $2.25 per share. Claude Sonnet Brings Amazon and Google's Firepower Into Apple's Walled Garden With funding exceeding $7 billion, Built In San Francisco reports, and strategic backing from two giants, Claude is quickly positioning itself as a rival to OpenAI's GPT-4, according to Tom's Guide. The Claude family of models is known for high performance in reasoning, code generation, and low hallucination rates, making it an ideal choice for professional-level AI coding applications, Anthropic's website states. Apple's decision to integrate Claude Sonnet into Xcode represents a notable departure from its typical vertically integrated approach. According to Bloomberg, this tool will initially be used internally, but discussions are ongoing about a broader rollout to external developers. Developers will be able to request bug fixes, test interface elements, or even write entire blocks of Swift code using natural language prompts, Bloomberg reports.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Apple reportedly partners with Anthropic to develop AI coding platform
Apple is collaborating with Anthropic to create a new AI-powered 'vibe-coding' platform, reported Bloomberg, citing sources. The new platform will be designed to assist programmers in writing, editing, and testing code. It is an updated version of Apple's Xcode software, integrating Anthropic's Claude Sonnet model, the sources told the publication. The initiative is currently being rolled out internally, with no decision yet on a public launch. The collaboration shows Apple's use of AI to streamline its internal workflows and modernise product development. Its approach mirrors those of companies such as Windsurf and Anysphere, which provide advanced AI coding assistants. Apple's initial reluctance to use AI in consumer software has shifted with advancements in large language models. Previously, Apple announced Swift Assist, an AI-powered coding tool for Xcode, intended for a 2024 release. However, it was not deployed due to internal concerns about its reliability. The partnership with Anthropic acknowledges the need for external expertise, with potential for both systems to complement each other. Anthropic's Claude model is recognised for its programming capabilities. The new Apple tool features a chat interface for code requests and alterations and can test user interfaces and manage bug fixes. Apple and Anthropic representatives declined to comment on the development, the report added. The move highlights Apple's increased openness to external partnerships after challenges in developing in-house technology. Although Apple has generally avoided third-party models, it has a deal with OpenAI's ChatGPT for Siri and plans to integrate Google's Gemini later this year. Apple's Intelligence platform, featuring custom emoji and writing tools, is largely based on internally developed models. The company is gradually deploying the new coding software to its engineers, with potential for a broader release to third-party developers if successful. For Anthropic, this partnership with Apple represents a significant opportunity, especially if the tool is eventually made available externally. Anthropic also collaborates with Amazon to enhance Alexa+ assistant capabilities. Previously, Apple considered Google and OpenAI for a Siri AI partnership before choosing ChatGPT. AI coding technology is gaining traction, with OpenAI reportedly in talks to acquire Windsurf for about $3bn. "Apple reportedly partners with Anthropic to develop AI coding platform " was originally created and published by Verdict, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
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Business Standard
05-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Apple to partner with Amazon-backed Anthropic on AI-based coding platform
Apple is partnering with Amazon-backed startup Anthropic on a new "vibe-coding" software platform that will use artificial intelligence to write, edit, and test code on behalf of programmers, Bloomberg News reported, citing people with knowledge of the matter. "Vibe coding" refers to a programming method where AI agents generate code, a concept gaining popularity in the AI landscape. The new AI coding system is an updated version of Apple's programming software, Xcode, and will integrate Anthropic's Claude Sonnet AI model, the report said. Anthropic declined to comment, while Apple did not immediately respond to a Reuters requests for comment. Apple plans to deploy the software internally, with the company still undecided on a public launch, the report added. Previously, Apple announced an AI-driven coding tool for Xcode named Swift Assist, intended for a 2024 release. However, it was never made available to developers, with some concerns from Apple's engineers about potential slowdowns in app development, Bloomberg added. Coding assistants are gaining traction in the rapidly evolving AI landscape, with Bloomberg News reporting last month that GenAI pioneer OpenAI is in discussions to buy artificial intelligence-assisted coding tool Windsurf for about $3 billion. Amid intense competition among major tech firms to dominate the burgeoning generative AI sector, Apple is increasingly partnering with established AI companies and integrating a host of on-device AI features to enhance its offerings. Apple has been equipping its devices with more powerful chips designed to handle AI tasks, such as summoning OpenAI's ChatGPT to answer user queries, as it seeks to attract customers.
Business Times
04-05-2025
- Business
- Business Times
Apple, Anthropic team up to build AI-powered ‘vibe-coding' platform
[LOS ANGELES] Apple is teaming up with startup Anthropic on a new 'vibe-coding' software platform that will use artificial intelligence (AI) to write, edit and test code on behalf of programmers. The system is a new version of Xcode, Apple's programming software, that will integrate Anthropic's Claude Sonnet model, according to people with knowledge of the matter. Apple will roll out the software internally and hasn't yet decided whether to launch it publicly, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the initiative hasn't been announced. The work shows how Apple is using AI to improve its internal workflow, aiming to speed up and modernise product development. The approach is similar to one used by companies such as Windsurf and Cursor maker Anysphere, which offer advanced AI coding assistants popular with software developers. In the early days of generative AI, Apple had been resistant to using AI for the creation of software that was bound for consumers. But with recent advancements in large language models – a foundation of generative AI – Apple is changing its tune. Last year, Apple announced its own AI-powered coding tool for Xcode called Swift Assist. The company intended to roll it out in 2024 but never actually shipped it to developers. Internally, engineers complained that the company's own system could hallucinate – or make up information – and even slow down app development. The Anthropic partnership is an acknowledgment that Apple could use some outside help, though the two systems could ultimately work together. Among all of the major large language models, Anthropic's Claude is known as one of the best when it comes to programming. The new Apple tool includes a chat interface where programmers can type in requests for code or alterations, according to the people. It also can test user interfaces, a process that is often cumbersome when done manually, as well as help manage the process of finding and fixing bugs. BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up Spokespeople for Apple and Anthropic declined to comment. The move reflects Apple's greater willingness to partner with others after struggling to develop home-grown technology. So far, the company has shied away from third-party models – aside from a deal with OpenAI's ChatGPT that can fulfil queries in the Siri virtual assistant. Apple is expected to add Gemini from Alphabet's Google as an alternative to ChatGPT later this year. The rest of the Apple Intelligence platform, which includes features such as custom emoji, writing tools and organising notifications, uses models developed by the company internally. Apple raced to create the capabilities after it was caught flat-footed by the generative AI frenzy more than two years ago. The iPhone maker has started to slowly roll out the new coding software to engineers across its operations. If the launch is ultimately successful internally, the company could release it to third-party app developers, which mainly rely on tools such as Xcode and the Swift programming language to release apps for Apple's devices. The company is holding its annual conference for developers beginning Jun 9. For Anthropic, working with Apple is a major boon, especially if the tool ultimately ever gets rolled out externally. Already, Anthropic has partnered with to help power the new Alexa+ assistant. But when Apple held talks about a Siri AI partnership last year, it only seriously considered Google and OpenAI before ultimately striking the ChatGPT deal. AI coding technology has become increasingly popular, and OpenAI is in talks to acquire Windsurf for about US$3 billion, Bloomberg News has reported. Two-and-a-half years ago, GitHub Copilot, which offers AI-based code completion, helped push Apple executives to recognise that generative AI was an area the company was late to and should be working on. The latest moves are part of a broader turnaround effort to catch up in AI. The company's AI tools have been criticised by users for being less capable than rival systems. Apple also had to indefinitely delay a revamped Siri that it unveiled last year. In a bid to get back on track, the company recently shifted responsibility for Siri engineering and consumer-facing product development away from AI chief John Giannandrea. It also removed a robotics team from his command. The moves have begun a breakup of Apple's centralised approach to AI development, but also give Giannandrea's team more space to focus on underlying AI research. With the changes, Apple software engineering head Craig Federighi has taken a bigger role in the company's AI efforts. His team is now overseeing Siri as well as some project managers dedicated to work on AI. On Apple's second-quarter earnings call Thursday, chief executive Tim Cook defended the AI strategy. He touted the company's on-device approach – where AI models are run locally – and the integration of features across its operating systems. 'We are very excited about the roadmap, and we are pleased with the progress that we're making,' he told analysts. Cook said that while Apple wants to have 'certain models' of its own, the company is partnering with others as well. 'I don't view it as an all of one or all of the other,' he said. BLOOMBERG
