Andi Peng leaves humans& six months after its $480 million seed
The former Anthropic researcher was one of five founders behind the frontier AI lab's bet on collaboration-focused models.
By Ryan Merket · Published
Primary source: X
Why it matters
Humans& raised $480 million largely on its founders' records and research thesis. Peng's exit removes a key Anthropic-trained researcher before that bet has produced a public product.

Andi Peng (@TheAndiPenguin) left humans& on July 29th, roughly six months after the frontier AI lab emerged with a $480 million seed round and a $4.48 billion valuation.
Peng announced her departure on X on July 30th, saying she was "sad to be leaving humans&" and had sent a farewell note to colleagues the previous day. The message said July 29th would be her last day.…
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