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May 4, 2026 · Industry Insights

Why Top Executives Are Dropping CTO Roles to Code at Anthropic Amid a $900B Valuation

Anthropic’s valuation is projected to surge from $380 billion to $900 billion, and in a rare move for a mature AI firm, several senior executives are voluntarily stepping down to become hands‑on engineers, signaling a technology‑first culture that may reshape industry dynamics and future IPO expectations.