Anthropic and OpenAI Target Top AI Apps Amid Growing Industry Rivalry

Discover how Anthropic and OpenAI’s latest moves are reshaping the future of popular AI apps like Windsurf and Granola.
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Anthropic and OpenAI Target Top AI Apps Amid Growing Industry Rivalry
Popular AI apps like Windsurf and Granola are facing increasing challenges as major AI companies Anthropic and OpenAI escalate competition. If you're wondering why leading AI tools are suddenly losing access or facing restrictions, this shift stems from the growing battle for dominance between these AI giants. Many startups relying on Claude 3.x models from Anthropic or ChatGPT’s enterprise features now find themselves caught in a tough spot, impacting the AI app ecosystem and user experience.                          Image : Google Anthropic recently cut off almost all first-party access to Claude 3.x for Windsurf, a widely used vibe coding tool, with only days' notice. Despite Windsurf’s CEO expressing willingness to pay for full capacity, Anthropic cited the need to prioritize “sustainable partnerships.” This move signals a strategic tightening as Anthropic aims to protect its long-term interests amid rumors that OpenAI is negotiating to acquire Windsurf for nearly $3 billion…