Ben Bernanke Joins Anthropic's Governance Trust
新智元 · wechat · 2026-07-10
Anthropic announced that Nobel laureate and former Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke has joined its Long-Term Benefit Trust (LTBT) as its fourth trustee. The LTBT oversees the company's board and long-term mission, emphasizing the balance between commercial expansion and the responsible development of AI for humanity's long-term interests.
The article highlights why Anthropic values Bernanke's experience in managing economic crises. The company believes AI could cause significant economic and labor disruptions, requiring governance from experts who understand systemic risks and macroeconomics. This move is also seen as Anthropic reaffirming its commitment to governance and mission as its valuation soars and approaches an IPO.
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