Humans& Raises $4.48 Billion to Build Worker-Augmentation AI Tools

New AI startup founded by former Anthropic, Google, and xAI researchers launches with $4.48B valuation, focusing on worker empowerment over replacement.

Humans& Raises $4.48 Billion to Build Worker-Augmentation AI Tools

A new artificial intelligence startup called Humans& has launched with a $4.48 billion valuation, positioning itself around worker empowerment rather than replacement, according to The New York Times.

The company was founded by researchers who previously worked at Anthropic, Google, and xAI, though the Times report does not specify which individuals or how many researchers were involved in the founding team.

According to the Times, Humans& states that its mission is to empower workers rather than replace them with AI technology. However, the report does not provide details about the specific products or services the company plans to develop, its customer base, or the timeline for deployment.

The $4.48 billion valuation suggests significant investor interest in the company’s approach, though the Times article does not disclose funding sources, investment amounts, or the structure of the valuation.

The founding team’s background at major AI companies—Anthropic (known for Claude), Google (a leader in AI research), and xAI (Elon Musk’s AI venture)—brings substantial industry experience to the new venture.

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