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US startup Anthropic's new AI model 'Claude Mythos' has raised concerns about the stability of financial infrastructure, prompting governments to seek regulatory and control mechanisms. The US and China are particularly focused on establishing safeguards to prevent the escalation of the AI competition.

'Claude Mythos' AI Model and Financial System Threats

Anthropic, a US-based startup, announced the development of its new artificial intelligence (AI) model, 'Claude Mythos', in April. This model has sparked concerns regarding the safety of systems supporting critical social infrastructure, including finance, leading various governments to initiate countermeasures. Notably, major Japanese banks have indicated plans to utilize Anthropic's AI for defending financial systems against cyberattacks.

Intensifying US-China AI Competition and Safeguard Establishment Efforts

Both China and the United States recognize that the intensifying race to develop more powerful AI models could lead to an uncontrollable crisis. Consequently, both nations are urgently seeking to establish mechanisms to prevent a technological loss of control. This reflects the understanding that AI competition extends beyond mere technological rivalry and could profoundly impact international security. Meanwhile, the market remains optimistic about the AI industry, with Alibaba projecting that AI-related product revenue will exceed 50% within the next year, and UBS raising Alibaba's AI asset value to $31 per share and increasing its target price by 7.8%.

*Source: AASTOCKS.com, 47NEWS, 端傳媒Initium Media (2026-05-13)*

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