Within this complex landscape, the magazine also highlights several figures it describes as key architects of the AI age. Among them is an Italian American: Dario Amodei. As the CEO of Anthropic, Amodei leads one of the most prominent competitors in the global AI race. The company has built its identity around a strong emphasis on safety, ethics, and regulation, positioning itself as a more cautious counterweight in an industry often driven by speed alone.
At the same time, Anthropic continues to develop increasingly powerful systems, including its widely used chatbot Claude, praised for its coding skills and creative capabilities. The company’s rapid growth has translated into soaring revenues and growing influence.
Amodei’s background reflects a transatlantic story. His father was Tuscan, originally from Massa Marittima, while his American mother spent several years living in Rome. The two met in Italy before settling permanently in the United States in the 1980s. Dario and his sister Daniela, who co-founded Anthropic with him, grew up in America but have maintained a strong connection to Italy. That blend of cultures mirrors the global nature of the technology they help shape – an innovation with no borders, redefining the future for everyone.
