Microsoft and Meta Scale Back Use of Anthropic’s Claude

Microsoft and Meta, two of the largest corporate customers of Anthropic, are scaling back their use of the AI tool Claude. Microsoft has reduced its internal spending projections for Claude by roughly a third. Meanwhile, Meta has cut the number of employees using Claude by half.

Both companies are among Anthropic’s biggest buyers, making their pullback a notable challenge for the AI firm’s efforts to maintain its rapid growth. The move has drawn investor attention, with some seeking more details as the news broke.

The Information’s Jessica Lessin reported on the developments, highlighting the potential impact on Anthropic’s expansion plans. The reduced usage from key clients could signal shifting priorities or cost-cutting measures within the tech giants.