On May 6, 2023, Anthropic announced a partnership with SpaceX to expand its computing capabilities for its AI products, particularly Claude Code. The agreement allows Anthropic to utilize SpaceX's Colossus 1 facility in Memphis, Tennessee, which is equipped with over 220,000 Nvidia processors and will provide 300 megawatts of additional capacity within a month. This move comes in response to a surge in demand for AI tools. Interestingly, Elon Musk, who has previously criticized Anthropic, expressed newfound respect for the company after meeting with its leaders, stating that their commitment to ensuring Claude's positive impact on humanity impressed him. Anthropic plans to enhance its offerings by doubling Claude Code's rate limits and removing peak-hour usage caps. This partnership not only addresses Anthropic's immediate needs but may also signal a new era of collaboration between AI companies, as SpaceX explores cloud computing services to generate revenue ahead of its potential IPO.