Anthropic in Talks to Acquire AI Startup Decart for $6 Billion
Anthropic is in discussions to acquire artificial intelligence startup Decart for about $6 billion, according to people with direct knowledge of the matter, as reported by Reuters.
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8/14/20262 min read
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 13, 2026 — Anthropic is in discussions to acquire artificial intelligence startup Decart for about $6 billion, according to people with direct knowledge of the matter, as reported by Reuters. If finalized, the transaction would mark Anthropic’s largest publicly known acquisition and underscore its push to improve computing efficiency and infrastructure amid soaring demand for advanced AI models.
The negotiations are ongoing, and no agreement has been reached, the sources said. Terms could change or the talks could collapse, they added.
Decart’s Focus on AI Efficiency
Decart develops software aimed at improving the utilization of advanced semiconductors used for AI training and inference. Its technology could potentially reduce the computational resources and costs associated with large-scale AI models, offering an alternative to continuously expanding data-center footprints and chip procurement.
Computing capacity has emerged as a critical bottleneck for AI developers, as newer models demand exponentially greater processing power. More efficient hardware use could ease that constraint without requiring proportional increases in physical infrastructure.
For Anthropic, acquiring Decart would provide in-house technology to optimize its AI workloads, complementing its existing agreements with cloud providers and its broader infrastructure buildup for the Claude family of models.
Decart Also Works on Generative Video and World Models
Beyond efficiency software, Decart has developed generative video capabilities and so-called “world models”—a research area focused on AI systems that can simulate physical environments. Its technology enables real-time modification of video streams, highlighting its expertise in low-latency visual data processing.
It remains unclear how Anthropic would integrate these video and simulation tools into its current product lineup or research agenda, should the acquisition proceed.
Anthropic’s Expansion in a Competitive Landscape
Anthropic, founded by former OpenAI researchers, has become a major player in generative AI through its Claude models. The company has secured strategic backing from Amazon and Google, including capital and cloud infrastructure.
It has also invested heavily in data centers, chips, and electricity to support its growing model portfolio. In this context, efficiency-focused technology could provide a complementary lever to stretch existing infrastructure further.
IPO Speculation and Valuation
The reported acquisition talks come as investors watch for signs of an eventual Anthropic initial public offering. A $6 billion deal would represent a significant outlay, though final figures remain subject to change.
Decart ranked 376th on the June 2026 Global Unicorn List, with a reported valuation of roughly $2.1 billion. A purchase at the cited price would imply a substantial premium, but the final consideration could differ if an agreement is reached.
For now, the discussions remain preliminary. Neither company has confirmed the transaction, and no binding terms have been disclosed. If completed, the acquisition would expand Anthropic’s capabilities into infrastructure software and video-oriented AI, adding new dimensions to its competitive position in the rapidly evolving AI industry.
