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🔥 Anthropic summer fund-raising of hundreds of billions targets computing power, valuation surpasses OpenAI
According to the Financial Times, Anthropic is considering raising several hundred billion dollars this summer to massively expand its computing capability. This move could push its valuation to nearly $1 trillion, surpassing rival OpenAI.
🔥 Sources: Iran may officially respond to the U.S. proposal at 14:00 today
On May 8, citing information from Pakistan, Iran is reviewing the U.S. response to the proposal at 14:00. The proposal is intended to end hostilities and open a 30-day negotiation window to discuss issues including Iran’s nuclear program, the lifting of sanctions, and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistani diplomatic sources said that Iran’s officials are expected to formally respond today, with the U.S. awaiting Iran’s key position. Iran recently submitted a new 14-point plan to the U.S. via Pakistan, including commitments to ensure there will be no further military aggression, the U.S. paying compensation, and establishing a new management mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz. On May 2, Trump said he would evaluate the plan soon, but that he “cannot imagine” it being “acceptable.” (CCTV News)
🔥 Coinbase Q1 loss $400 million, revenue falls short of expectations; stock price drops
Coinbase’s Q1 earnings report shows a net loss of $400 million, with revenue failing to meet market expectations, and the stock price fell accordingly. CFO Alesia Haas said, “The macro environment is indeed severe,” while CEO Brian Armstrong emphasized pushing ahead with a diversification strategy to reduce reliance on spot trading.
🔥 Block Inc Q1 results exceed expectations; stock rises 8%; Bitcoin revenue down 26%
Block Inc (formerly Square) released its first-quarter earnings. Although Bitcoin revenue fell 26% year over year due to changes in trading dynamics and a reduction in Cash App transaction fees, overall performance still exceeded market expectations, driving an 8% after-hours rise in the stock price. The company called it a “earnings surprise.”
🔥 AI-related investments contribute 67% of U.S. Q1 GDP growth, setting a record
According to data from Bespoke Investment Group, U.S. GDP grew 2.0% in Q1 2026, with software and IT equipment investment contributing 134 basis points, accounting for 67% of total growth—an all-time high—highlighting that AI has become a primary engine of U.S. economic growth. The data shows that the five-quarter moving average contribution from software + IT equipment investments has recently surged sharply, about 10 basis points above the record in 1999.
🔥 China and the U.S. plan to launch an AI safety dialogue; Bessent’s tough position becomes a variable
According to the Wall Street Journal, the U.S. and China are preparing to launch an official AI safety dialogue. The U.S. side is led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, while the Chinese side involves Deputy Minister of Finance Liao Min in preliminary communications. The two sides plan to discuss topics such as preventing unpredictable behavior of AI models, controlling autonomous military systems, and responding to hackers’ misuse of open-source tools. Industry speculation suggests they may establish a high-level “AI hotline.” China’s tone is “not seeking alliances, but seeking stability.” However, Bessent’s recent stance on China’s AI has been tough; he previously said that Anthropic’s models ensure the U.S. can suppress China, and he criticized a senator for inviting Tsinghua scholars to a U.S. forum. This dialogue faces a test of his dual-track strategy. Previously, the Biden administration facilitated the first round of talks in 2023, but technical discussions were limited because China delegated diplomats rather than technical experts. On the non-governmental channel, the “second track” communication arranged by Henry Kissinger before his death in 2023 is still ongoing, with former Microsoft executive Craig Mundi exchanging with representatives from Tsinghua University and leading large-model companies on cutting-edge model safety and alignment issues.
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