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Anthropic wants to develop its own drugs

The Verge·July 3, 2026

Anthropic has launched Claude Science, an AI workbench for scientists that integrates fragmented tools and datasets into one environment. The platform aims to accelerate scientific discovery and healthcare interventions by generating figures and visuals. Anthropic, a leading provider of coding tools and powerful AI models, has already secured a list of biotech and pharma customers for Claude. The company plans to take its involvement in the industry a step further by developing its own drugs, expanding its role beyond providing tools for other companies.

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