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Reed Hastings Joins Anthropic’s Board

The appointment of Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings to Anthropic’s board of directors was revealed on Wednesday.

This addition brings a seasoned leader from the technology sector to a significant competitor of OpenAI in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.

Leveraging Extensive Experience

Hastings’ extensive background, including previous board positions at Netflix, Microsoft, Bloomberg, and Meta, positions him to assist Anthropic in its transition from a startup to a substantial enterprise.

His expertise is expected to be invaluable as the company scales its operations and expands its influence.

The Role of the Long-Term Benefit Trust

Anthropic emphasizes that Hastings’ appointment was made by its Long-Term Benefit Trust.

This trust operates as an independent entity within the company’s governance structure, specifically designed to remain “financially disinterested.”

The trust holds the authority to select and remove board members, prioritizing the development of AI that serves the long-term interests of humanity.

Current Board Composition

Hastings will be joining Anthropic’s current board, which includes:

• Co-founders Dario and Daniela Amodei
• Investor Yasmin Razavi
• Confluent CEO Jay Kreps

This diverse group of individuals will collectively guide Anthropic’s strategic direction.

The inclusion of Hastings further strengthens the board’s capabilities as Anthropic continues to innovate in the AI landscape.