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Claude AI Soars to No. 2 Amid Ethical Controversy

2/28/2026

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  • Anthropic's Claude AI app rose to No. 2 on Apple's U.S. free apps chart after its controversial rejection of Pentagon contracts.
  • OpenAI's ChatGPT remains No. 1, positioning Claude as a strong competitor in the consumer AI market.
  • Analysts say Claude's ethical stance against military applications resonated with consumers and drove its rise.
  • OpenAI forms partnerships with consulting firms and secures agreements with the Defense Department.