OpenAI to buy Python toolmaker Astral to take on Anthropic

OpenAI said on Thursday it will acquire Python toolmaker Astral, as the ChatGPT owner looks to strengthen its portfolio against rival Anthropic and gain more share in the artificial intelligence ...
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OpenAI to buy Python toolmaker Astral to take on Anthropic; revamp product portofolio

OpenAI said on Thursday (March 19, 2026) it will buy Python toolmaker Astral, as the ChatGPT maker seeks to strengthen its portfolio against rival Anthropic to gain more share in the artificial ...