Anthropic's statement, which directly confronts the government, has garnered over ten million views. App Store downloads have also surged to second place in the US. Putting aside other factors, this has at least revitalized its consumer (C-end) market. While its business model was already superior, its consumer users are loyal, and its distribution channels weren't its strongest point. By establishing a strong brand image and a "principled" persona, it has attracted a considerable number of buyers. Furthermore, this might significantly boost its expansion in the European market. Brand image is becoming increasingly crucial as business models converge. Just think about how poorly powered Huawei's phones are now, yet they still sell incredibly well—that explains it. 😋