US stocks today: Anthropic signs $1.8 billion AI cloud deal with Akamai
Published on: May 9, 2026, 12:33 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has secured a significant computing deal worth $1.8 billion with Akamai Technologies. This agreement addresses the growing demand for Anthropic's AI software. Akamai's stock saw a substantial rise following the announcement of a long-term cloud deal with a major AI partner. The company is well-positioned to access necessary components for AI development.
