https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/akamai-signs-11-6-billion-cloud-deal-with-anthropic-grants-warrant-for-up-to-5-stakeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/akamai-signs-11-6-billion-cloud-deal-with-anthropic-grants-warrant-for-up-to-5-stakehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/akamai-signs-11-6-billion-cloud-deal-with-anthropic-grants-warrant-for-up-to-5-stake#u86589Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:58:03 +0000Akamai Technologies has signed an $11.6 billion cloud services deal with Anthropic, a fast-growing AI company. The agreement secures a long-term commitment from Anthropic and includes a warrant that could give Anthropic up to 5% stake in Akamai. This deal has caused Akamai's shares to surge. The deal is over seven years.Why it mattersThis deal highlights the growing demand for cloud services, especially from AI companies. Akamai, a cloud services provider, is expanding its offerings to meet this demand. The deal also shows the increasing importance of AI in the tech industry.What is confi