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OpenAI, Anthropic boost lobbying as legacy tech and defense spending slips

First publishedJul 21, 16:30 UTC

Last updatedJul 21, 21:05 UTC · 6m ago

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The two AI developers spent a combined $3.17 million in the second quarter, up 23% from the first three months of 2026.

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What's the story?: The two AI developers spent a combined $3.17 million in the second quarter, up 23% from the first three months of 2026.
How widely is it covered?: 1 outlet, average source rating 7.0/10.
When was it last updated?: 6m ago.

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OpenAI, Anthropic boost lobbying as legacy tech and defense spending slips
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