Anthropic created a Founder LLC of its seven co-founders to control the company. The LLC holds a Class F share with 50.1% voting power over key matters. Anthropic will remain a Public Benefit Corporation under Delaware law. The founders can be removed for cause, death, resignation or selling too many shares. The Class F share’s power sunsets when two or fewer founders remain. Dario Amodei earned $18M in 2025, mostly in stock. Daniela Amodei earned $16.4M in 2025. The founders pledged 80% of their equity to charity. The structure may reduce everyday investor influence. Decisions may conflict with financial interests and stock value.
What changed
Anthropic operated as a standard Delaware corporation with typical shareholder voting rights.
What it unlocks
Founders can direct corporate decisions to prioritize public good over investor returns.
- 7 co-founders in Founder LLC
- 50.1% voting power via Class F stock
- 80% of founders' equity pledged to charity
- $18M 2025 pay for Dario Amodei
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